Job Description
U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i - 01) is seeking a Staff Assistant for his Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities run the range of assisting the legislative, constituent services and administrative functions of the office. This includes monitoring, processing and responding to constituent mail and other communications, managing constituent tours and other needs, and coordinating DC and district office issues. As needed and depending on capability, the position also encompasses legislative duties. Direct report is to the Chief of Staff, although the Congressman is routinely involved in all aspects of his office operations.
The position also requires initiative, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask, work independently and effectively under pressure, make decisions and solve problems, orientation to detail, excellent verbal communication and writing skills, and long hours especially adjusting to changing time zones.
Preference given to (1) prior Capitol Hill experience and (2) Hawai‘i background, and applicants are asked to detail these attributes.
The selected employee is expected to start in late December or early January.
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, three references and two short writing samples to HI01resumes@gmail.com with “DC Staff Assistant” in the subject line. Please, no phone calls, faxes or drop-ins.