Job Description
Legislative Assistant
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) seeks a legislative assistant to manage a policy portfolio that spans agriculture, energy, and environment. This individual will advise and brief the Senator; work closely with constituents and stakeholders across the state; support the Senator’s work on the Agriculture, Energy and Water, and Interior Appropriations Subcommittees; proactively identify opportunities to draft, introduce, and secure the passage of legislation through a variety of legislative vehicles; supervise a legislative aide/correspondent; and work on other related issues as assigned.
Ideal candidates have excellent writing, analytical, communication, and organizational skills; outstanding interpersonal skills and a desire to engage and advocate for constituents across a diverse state; strong issue-spotting skills; experience managing a large portfolio with competing priorities; and the ability to operate effectively under tight deadlines. Prior Senate experience is preferred but not required. This is a senior-level position with an expected starting annual salary between $85,000 to $100,000 and eligibility for additional benefits.
The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, three professional references, and a writing sample of no more than three pages to jobs@ossoff.senate.gov indicating job referral number and “Agriculture, Energy, and Environment Legislative Assistant” in the subject line. Applications are due by 6pm ET on Friday, March 13. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.