Legislative Assistant

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) is seeking a Healthcare Legislative Assistant (LA) to join his Office’s domestic policy team.

• The LA will focus on issues related to the Departments of Health and Human Services and the Social Security Administration and will work closely with members of the domestic policy and state teams.
• The LA helps staff Senator Cruz on relevant policy issues, drafts legislation, leads legislative initiatives, represents the Senator in meetings with constituents and key stakeholders, and monitors broader legislative activity related to healthcare. Candidates should excel in a team setting, operate well under pressure, and possess strong time management, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• The most qualified candidates will have prior Hill experience and an understanding of healthcare policy in the United States.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and a writing sample to ussenatejobopening@gmail.com and include “Legislative Assistant” in the subject line.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate Rules, regulations and applicable federal laws. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process may request an accommodation at any time during the process. Requests for accommodation should be directed to ussenatejobopening@gmail.com.