Job Description
Congressman Adam Gray (D-CA) seeks an experienced and driven Legislative Assistant to join his Washington, D.C. Office. This position would cover a portfolio that primarily covers energy, environment, water infrastructure and management, and other issues as assigned. The Legislative Assistant would work closely with diverse coalitions of stakeholders and advocates located in the district, including Fresno, Madera, Merced, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus counties. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, adaptive, eager to learn, and a team player.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing and advancing legislative proposals and bills;
- Tracking committee and floor activity;
- Developing and advancing policy letters, such as comment letters to agencies;
- Monitoring news and policy developments relevant to the issue areas;
- Reviewing and recommending bills for co-sponsorship, and letters to co-sign;
- Developing policy briefs, remarks, and other materials;
- Developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders;
- Overseeing appropriations requests and priorities in relevant issue areas;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Has a minimum of 3 years of Hill or other relevant work experience;
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of the legislative process and House procedures;
- Exercises discretion and sound judgment in developing policy proposals and recommendations for the Member;
- Works cooperatively and communicates well across all departments in D.C. and the district;
- Conducts self in a professional manner, understanding that staff represent the whole office and the Member;
- Has strong writing, communications, and analytical skills;
- Experience with energy and environmental policy with previous work on water infrastructure/management preferred;
- Experience with Committee work and the appropriations process.
To Apply:
All interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and three references in a single PDF to CA13Jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Legislative Assistant - Last Name, First Name.” Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
This is a full-time, in-person position. Title and base salary will be commensurate with experience. This office offers benefits including competitive options for health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement match; and student loan repayment (if eligible).
Our office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our office encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply.