Job Description
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington’s 3rd Congressional District is seeking a District Staff Assistant for her Vancouver, WA office. Candidates should possess excellent critical thinking skills, situational awareness, curiosity, and a good sense of humor. This is a full-time position. Southwest Washington/Washington State ties are strongly preferred.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Providing a welcoming environment and positive first impression of the office to constituents, visitors, and key stakeholders
- Managing the front desk and generally contributing to a cheerful and focused environment
- Preparing materials for the Member’s meetings while in district
- Assisting staff in preparing, organizing, and staffing meetings while the Member is in district
- Handling incoming calls with poise, professionalism, and promptness
- Capturing input from constituents on policy matters for the Member office’s consideration and response
- Ensuring constituent casework is distributed to appropriate district staff in an efficient and effective manner
- Managing programs such as the office internship program, the Congressional App Challenge, and Congressional Art Competition
Preferred qualifications:
- Outstanding written and oral communications skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and think critically in a deadline-driven environment
- Effective teamwork skills and the ability to support the needs of multiple team members and leaders in the office required
- Sharp attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle with auto insurance and excellent driving record
- Familiarity with logging, automotive, construction, commercial fishing, or Southwest Washington a strong plus
- A college degree is not required. Non-traditional candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Starting salary for this position is $50,000+. Employment benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, student loan repayment, retirement plans, and other benefits in addition to paid time off, sick leave, and federal holidays.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to WA03jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line: “Full Name – District Staff Assistant." Please share where you learned of this opportunity in the body of the email. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The office does not discriminate. Please no phone calls or drop ins.