Job Description
Congressman Josh Gottheimer seeks an experienced Policy Advisor/Legislative Assistant to manage a domestic policy portfolio, including energy, healthcare, veterans and appropriations. The LA will work closely with the Legislative Director and Chief of Staff to develop and execute a coordinated legislative strategy on behalf of the Member.
About the Role
The Legislative Assistant will partner directly with the Member and Legislative Director to advance the office's policy agenda. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and drafting legislation, engaging with stakeholders, preparing remarks and talking points, providing vote recommendations, staffing meetings, drafting correspondence, and other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is an excellent writer, a self-starter, and a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will be able to maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, manage both short- and long-term projects simultaneously, bring bold policy ideas to the table, and think creatively to achieve policy objectives. We're looking for someone excited to work alongside an active Member and a dedicated team.
Candidates should bring strong oral and written communication skills, solid organizational abilities, proven relationship- and project-management experience, critical thinking and sound judgment, a creative and solutions-oriented mindset, a growth mindset with openness to feedback, and a willingness to work flexible hours when the legislative schedule demands it.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to NJ5Jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line: Last Name – LA Application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, gender identity and expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.