Personal Aide

The Office of Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) is looking for a Personal Aide. The primary responsibility of the position is to transport the Senator to meetings and appointments as necessary, deliver and pickup materials for the office, staff the Senator at various meetings, and serve as a trusted personal aide to the Senator.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Works with the Scheduler to maintain continual and up-to-date awareness of the Senator’s schedule;
• Drives the Senator as required;
• Monitors the timing and parameters of the Senator’s commitments to ensure he is kept on schedule;
• Runs errands for the office and assists the Director of Operations with miscellaneous administrative matters;
• Monitors changes to the schedule and when necessary, and advises the Senator on his schedule daily;
• Staffs the Senator at various meetings or events;
• Delivers and picks up materials for the office, including letters, packages, and documents from other government agencies;
• Meets attendance requirements as established by the office;
• Works a flexible schedule including the potential for long hours, nights, and weekends.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance at assigned locations required for performance of duties;
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Senator and office staff, Members, and representatives from other offices, outside organizations, and others;
• Ability to handle difficult interactions with members of the public, including constituents, with tact and diplomacy;
• Work is public-facing and requires frequent interaction with members of the public, including constituents, in a courteous and tactful manner;
• Work requires extended and unscheduled hours as dictated by the Senator’s schedule and office needs;
• Work requires regularly driving, so therefore, must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record;
• Must be able to prioritize and perform duties under pressure in a fast-paced environment;

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter Jobs@vance.senate.gov.