Job Description
Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) is seeking a hardworking and collaborative Legislative Correspondent to manage the office’s active mail program. Additional issue areas may be assigned as needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to batching incoming constituent outreach, drafting timely responses to constituent letters, proofreading letters, tracking trends in constituent correspondence, and other duties as assigned. This individual will also have the opportunity to assist on the health and education portfolios.
Ideal candidates will have exceptional research and writing skills, strong attention to detail, display good judgement, be effective at time management, and be a motivated team player. This individual will often interact with constituents and must have a friendly and professional demeanor.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples in one PDF document to NJ08hiring@gmail.com with the following subject line: “Full Name – Legislative Correspondent.”
This is a full-time position. This office offers benefits including competitive options for health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement match; student loan repayment; and transit/parking benefits. The base salary range for this position is $53,000-$56,000.
This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including marital or parental status), color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes.