Job Description
The House Armed Services Committee Democrats are seeking resumes for Professional Staff Member and Oversight Counsel candidates to cover a range of range of policy issues for the committee. These professionals serve as subject matter experts and advisors on their policy portfolios and perform a variety of critical functions to support the committee’s legislative, oversight, and investigative responsibilities. These include, but are not limited to, researching and drafting legislation for inclusion in the annual National Defense Authorization Act, evaluating budget requests and legislative proposals, conducting investigations and oversight of activities under the jurisdiction of the committee, preparing for and staffing hearings and briefings, preparing memos, statements, and letters for committee members, and meeting with stakeholders who have official business before the committee.
This is not an entry-level position. Candidates with 10+ years of relevant legislative, executive branch (military or civilian), and private-sector experience are strongly preferred. The committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly values the diversity of its employees. A successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to hasc.dememployment@mail.house.gov with the subject line: “Full Name – PSM” or “Full Name — Oversight Counsel.”