Legislative Assistant

Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) seeks a Legislative Assistant to manage a portfolio covering energy, climate change, and transportation issues. Duties include advising the Senator on all matters under the issue portfolio at the national level and California; coordinating with Energy and Water Appropriations staff to develop and enact funding legislation; developing and advancing legislative proposals; representing the Senator before constituents and stakeholders; drafting vote recommendations and talking points for floor proceedings; reviewing legislative correspondence; and supervising a Legislative Correspondent. This is not an entry-level position: Qualified candidates should have at least five years of relevant professional experience, knowledge of the issues and industries, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Prior Capitol Hill or Administration experience is preferred and California ties are ideal. Candidates must be able to meet short deadlines and juggle many priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Senator Feinstein’s office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other factors prohibited by applicable federal law. Interested applicants should send a single PDF document that includes a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample (no more than two pages) to jobs@feinstein.senate.gov and include “Energy/Transportation Legislative Assistant” in the subject line.