Job Tag: Capitol Hill

The Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) is a nonpartisan, bicameral committee of the United States Congress. The Joint Committee is seeking an administrative professional to provide support to all staff members within JCT. Administrative services include word processing, document production, scheduling appointments, filing, and other general office duties. Work includes access to information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create, type, edit, and proofread general office correspondence and documents.
• Communicate frequently with Member and Committee Staff. Regularly prepare and deliver electronic correspondence to Congress.
• Learn how to use JCT’s computerized document management system (DMS). Initiate, proofread and track documents and/or requests as they move through various editing stages.
• Create, maintain, and archive front office files.
• Answer telephones, screen callers, make appropriate referrals to JCT staff, relay messages, and greet office visitors.
• Route press and constituent inquiries to the correct JCT staff.
• Organize and maintain conference room schedules and/or assist with locating alternative meeting locations.
• Monitor office email and fax machine.
• Handle matters relating to the schedule of the Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff.
• Schedule staff travel, track travel costs and work with appropriate staff to ensure they are reimbursed in a timely manner.
• Scan and upload correspondence for internal and external use.
• Create, maintain, and archive front office files.
• File and update library resources and periodical services.
• Assist staff with furniture acquisition/removal/move requests as well as other logistical requests.
• Process Congressional Budget Office (CBO) data requests.
• Cover late night front office duties on a rotating basis and work overtime hours, as needed.
• Maintain internal staff lists.
• Operate office equipment such as photocopier, fax machine, calculator, and scanner.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must type a minimum of 60 wpm with high accuracy.
• Knowledge of computer software including proficiency in the current version of Microsoft Office.
• Complete work accurately and timely under tight, shifting deadlines.
• Executive assistants are typically assigned to a particular office but must be familiar with all office routines/requirements and may be asked to move or rotate between office location.
• Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner.
• Work is performed subject to direction and supervision; however, the JCT staff has a dynamic working environment. Initiative with respect to job responsibilities is encouraged.
• Must be motivated, detail oriented and have a willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.

SUPERVISION
Position reports directly to the Administrative Director and does not involve supervising or directing the work of others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and experience working with various office software applications required. Minimum of at least two years of administrative or equivalent experience is necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment is characteristic of a normal office environment with moderate noise levels. Ability to work at a small workstation without an expectation of privacy is necessary.

Applications will be reviewed beginning Tuesday, March 3. Please send cover letter and resume to: Ta*********@*ct.gov

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties may be assigned. This position description may be modified at any time.

Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper – a laid off geologist turned brewpub owner turned elected official – seeks a hard-working, entrepreneurial Legislative Assistant/Senior Policy Advisor to serve as Counsel and manage a broad legislative and policy portfolio that includes the Senator’s work on the Small Business Committee and economic policy issues. Responsibilities include drafting and developing legislation and amendments; preparing briefing memos; staffing the Senator at hearings, meetings, and other events; representing the Senator with constituents, federal agencies, and other outside stakeholders; and providing legal and ethics guidance to the Senator and office staff. Qualified candidates must have a law degree and be independent self-starters with strong research and analytical skills and the ability to produce quality work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The ideal applicant will have prior Senate or House experience in a legislative policy role, deep knowledge of relevant policy areas, and strong communication skills as well as a sense of humor and positive attitude. As a team, we take the job seriously but not ourselves and are looking for similarly humble-minded teammates who are hungry to roll up their sleeves and get to work on issues that impact Coloradans. Colorado ties and Spanish-language skills are added bonuses. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Diverse applicants encouraged to apply.

Senator Cory A. Booker is looking for a digital native with a passion for politics to join his communications team as a Social Media Manager. Primary duties of the position include, but are not limited to, drafting and publishing multimedia social content across platforms, monitoring emerging online trends and topics, proactively generating new creative concepts, as well as optimizing content strategies to Senator Booker’s online presence across new spaces.

Responsibilities:

• Publishing approved content across social platforms multiple times per day
• Daily monitoring of social platforms to identify and implement engagement opportunities.
• Regular concept generation, with timely execution
• Drafting and publishing rapid response content on news or policy
• Coordinating with Digital Director and other team members to schedule content
• Maintaining a weekly content calendar
• Regular monitoring and reporting on analytics

Requirements:

• Ideal candidate should be a digital native with advanced operational understanding of each major social media platform.
• Must be detail-oriented, highly-motivated, and a team player who thrives in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
• Ability to ideate, pitch, and execute quick concepts on a daily basis
• A strong writer, who has a creative vision for how Senator Booker’s voice can translate to social media
• Has good political and strategic digital judgement.
• Ability to optimize video clips for social media performance
• Flexibility in schedule for rapid response posting

The Senate Finance Committee Democratic staff seeks a Tax Counsel/Policy Advisor to work on issues related to pass-through entities, small business, and domestic business issues. The candidate must be self-directed and a great team player. They should be able to manage multiple priorities, bring creative approaches to solving policy problems, and respond to member-level requests. Qualified applicants should have an advanced understanding of the relevant policies, with prior private sector experience in one or more of these areas strongly preferred. JD or CPA required.

Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

The U.S.- China Commission, a legislative branch commission, is hiring a Policy Analyst, Technology and Science, on its Economics and Trade Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly collaborative team of skilled analysts contributing to the U.S.-China policy discussion in Washington, DC, through forward-leaning research and analysis and by serving as a trusted resource to Congress.

We are looking for individuals with the following qualities:

• Superior research, writing, and communication skills.
• Expertise on China’s emerging technology ecosystem, including key firms, institutions, and state priorities across domains such as AI, semiconductors, biotech, quantum, energy, telecommunications, and robotics.
• Deep understanding of China’s industrial and science policy landscape, including MIIT and other agencies, research institutions, and venture capital mechanisms.
• Familiarity with China’s international technology engagement, including export of tech products and services, standards-setting, science diplomacy, and global competitiveness metrics.
• Mandarin Chinese language capability.

Salary: $68,500 – $90,000 Per Year

U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) is looking for a Digital Assistant to join a dynamic Communications Team in her Washington, D.C. office. Applicants must be well-organized, detail-oriented, have strong writing skills, be able to work collaboratively, and be in tune with current events and online trends. Responsibilities include drafting social media posts and working across departments to get them approved, designing graphics, editing videos, photographing the Senator at D.C. events, and supporting the communications team with other tasks as needed, including compiling press clips. Experience with the Adobe Suite or similar tools (i.e. Canva, Capcut) and Spanish fluency are required. Nevada ties are preferred, but not required. This is an entry-level position.

The Democratic Staff of the Ways and Means Committee seek a creative and detail-oriented Digital Assistant to join a fast-paced, committed team. This position requires strong writing skills, familiarity with creative tools, and the desire to develop social media content to connect the Committee’s jurisdiction to almost any conversation. The ideal candidate is early in their career and eager to grow in social media content development while delving into the world of policy and politics.

Essential Job Functions:
• Create and publish regular social media posts that lift up and align with the Committee’s priorities
• Produce graphics and assets for organic and paid social media
• Assist the team with video creation
• Assist the team with managing press lists, clips, and website

Minimum Qualifications:
• Strong copywriting and editing skills
• Strong graphic design skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva
• Ability to take direction and adapt quickly
• Interest in emerging platforms and trends
• Creative under short deadlines
• Exceptionally Qualified Candidates will have:
• Experience creating content for multiple social media platforms
• Familiarity with brand development and visual identity systems
• Demonstrated understanding of or familiarity with Ways and Means’ jurisdiction

Please send a cover letter, resume, and at least 2-3 sample posts and graphics, additional video samples welcome but not required, to dy***********@********se.gov with the subject line “Digital Assistant: Last name”.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Diverse applicants encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Office of the Legislative Counsel, a nonpartisan Senate support office (SOLC), is presently seeking a Legislative Assistant.

The responsibilities of an SOLC Legislative Assistant include:

1. Preparing, editing, and proofreading bills, resolutions, and amendments for the attorneys using legislative drafting software.
2. Providing general administrative support as needed, such as answering phones, assigning incoming requests to the appropriate attorney, and maintaining office files, equipment, and the law library.
3. Conducting legislative research and providing legislative support if promoted to Senior Legislative Assistant.

A Legislative Assistant receives a starting salary of $47,500, with competitive increases in salary.

The position of Legislative Assistant is full-time with weekly early morning or late night coverage, and with the possibility of evening and weekend overtime occasionally required to serve the needs of the Senate. A Legislative Assistant must be available to work in person in our office in Washington, DC, during the core hours of 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and must be willing to adapt to changes due to the unpredictability of the Senate schedule.

A Legislative Assistant applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Demonstrated attention to detail, an ability to write clearly, and proficiency in English usage, grammar, and spelling.
2. A commitment to confidentiality and a professional and collegial approach, including an ability to work well under pressure, as a team member.
3. Strong computer skills and demonstrated word-processing skills.
4. Prior experience in an administrative role with a demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
5. No substantial participation with any political party or cause.

A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree is preferred but not required. Preference given to individuals open to providing at least 2 years of service due to the extensive training provided to newly hired Legislative Assistants.

This position is nonpartisan and nonpolitical and is filled on the basis of demonstrated achievement, writing ability, work experience, and a personal interview.

The SOLC is committed to furthering the professional development of its employees throughout their careers with the Office and to providing a positive work-life balance. To the extent funding and the needs of the Senate allow, the SOLC offers its employees the following:

1. Participation in the Senate Federal student loan tuition repayment benefit program. SOLC employment qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program offered by the Department of Education.
2. Options for occasional telework and flextime (subject to current Office policies) and public transit subsidies.
3. An annual allotment of paid leave (including annual leave, health leave, and Federal holidays) and a paid gender-neutral family and medical leave program.
4. Access to retirement and insurance programs, including Federal Employees Retirement System coverage, group life insurance coverage, and matching funds for contributions under the Thrift Savings Plan.
5. Access to benefit programs for employees and their families, including coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program and dental and vision plans, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and an onsite fitness facility for employees, and priority access for admission to the Senate Employees Child Care Center.

We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Applicants should be available to start by early February at the latest.