Special Assistant

Office of Congressman Brendan Boyle – PA-2 - Special Assistant

Congressman Brendan Boyle (PA-2) is seeking a full-time staff member to serve as a Special Assistant in his Washington, DC office.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Staffing/driving the member when in Washington, DC.
• Ensuring that the member has all necessary documents and materials prior to events, including coordinating with the Operations Director and Scheduler regarding member scheduling and logistics.
• Working with other Washington, DC based staff to prepare documents and other materials for the member prior to events and meetings.
• Managing the office’s phone and voicemail system.
• Helping to manage the office’s interns.
• Coordinating tours and flag requests.
• Assisting the scheduler and legislative staff with record keeping and other administrative tasks.
• Other duties as needed.

Required skills include the following:

• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams).
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Being a self-starter, detail oriented and punctual at all times.
• Having a strong general knowledge of the physical layout of Washington, DC.

Skills that are not required but are will be looked favorably upon include the following:

• Proficiency in Spanish or any other foreign language.
• Previous experience working on a political campaign or in the office of an elected official. Candidates with prior Washington, DC based congressional (i.e. Capitol Hill) experience will be given priority.
• Having a connection to Philadelphia or Southeastern Pennsylvania.
• Having good general knowledge of the physical layout of Capitol Hill, including House and Senate office buildings, as well as the U.S. Capitol Building.
• Proficiency with Intranet Quorum or other CRM software.

Prospective applicants should have a valid driver’s license, as well as full-time access to a working automobile. Prospective applicants should be able to work in dynamic and rapidly paced work environment, have a defined interest in public service, and should be prepared for the need to work evenings and some weekends as needed (schedule flexibility is a must, particularly during weeks Congress is in session).

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This position includes paid leave, retirement benefits, full medical, dental, vision insurance, student loan repayment support for qualified individuals, among other benefits.

Prospective applicants should send a resume and cover letter to PA02.Jobs@mail.house.gov. Please no calls or drop ins. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.