Job Description
Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) seeks a positive, well-organized, and detail-oriented Staff Assistant for the Washington D.C. office.
Primary responsibilities include managing the front office, answering and logging telephone calls, managing constituent requests for flags and tours, assisting with constituent correspondence, recruiting and managing interns, supporting legislative and communications staff, and other administrative duties. The Staff Assistant is also responsible for driving the Member, although owning a vehicle is not a requirement for this position.
Ideal candidates will be motivated self-starters with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, strong organizational skills, an ability to think quickly when troubleshooting, and maintain a positive demeanor in a busy environment. Capitol Hill or other relevant experience, such as state or municipal government, civil service, advocacy, or customer service, is preferred. Illinois ties are a plus.
This office is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, disability, genetic information, national origin, uniformed service, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Please submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF file to IL10.Jobs@mail.house.gov and list “Staff Assistant - [LAST NAME]” in the subject line to apply. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, though interested candidates are strongly recommended to apply immediately.