Job Description
Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) seeks a positive, well-organized, and detail-oriented Staff Assistant for the Washington D.C. office.
Primary responsibilities include managing the front office, answering and logging telephone calls, managing constituent requests for flags and tours, assisting with constituent correspondence, recruiting and managing interns, supporting legislative and communications staff, and other administrative duties. The Staff Assistant is also responsible for driving the Member, although owning a vehicle is not a requirement for this position.
Candidates should be prepared to maintain a good working relationship with the Member, staff, and constituents; accept performance-based criticism and direction; meet attendance requirements as established by the office; and work well under pressure with a flexible schedule that includes long hours, nights, and weekends.
Ideal candidates are motivated self-starters with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and strong organizational skills who think quickly when troubleshooting. Capitol Hill or other relevant experience, such as state or municipal government, civil service, advocacy, or customer service, is preferred. Illinois ties are a plus.
The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, military status, marital or parental status.
Please submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF file to IL10.Jobs@mail.house.gov and list "Staff Assistant – [LAST NAME]" in the subject line to apply. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, though interested candidates are strongly recommended to apply immediately.