CASEWORKER

Maryland Court Reporters; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. House of Representatives is seeking candidates for the role of Caseworker, responsible for representing a Member of Congress in community matters. This general job posting is a collection for resumes, aimed at those interested in influencing local issues and serving constituents effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining constituent relationships.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Commitment to improving constituents' lives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Member’s community representative on local issues.
• Liaise with federal, state, and local government entities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in government, political science, social work, or related field

Job description

Background:

This is a general job posting for the U.S. House of Representatives Resume Bank.

The job posting is intended to collect resumes for candidates who are interested in serving as a Caseworker in an office for a Member of Congress. Since this job posting is not designated for a specific Member of Congress, the expectations, duties, and skill areas of the position represent a sampling of what may be expected in a House office. Actual job expectations, duties, skills, and other requirements for a Caseworker position may vary by office.

Information collected through this resume collection service will be shared with Members of Congress upon their request. Should your experience and background match the hiring needs of an office, the Member’s staff will contact you directly to schedule an interview.

Sample Job Expectations:

A Caseworker plays an important role by serving as the Member’s community representative for issues and programs within their assigned portfolio. A Caseworker could monitor and update the Member and District Director on important local issues, emerging trends, and critical developments. They could also serve as a liaison to federal, state, and local government entities on behalf of the Member’s constituents.

Sample Requirements:

The following information illustrates the skills and requirements that would be expected of Caseworkers. Actual skill requirements may vary by office:

• Experience developing and maintaining constituent and/or customer relationships
• Able to maintain composure and professionalism in every interaction with constituents
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable balancing multiple tasks at the same time
• Strong organization skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork skills
• Deep commitment to improving constituents’ lives

Sample Requirements:

The following information illustrates the skills and requirements that would be expected of Caseworkers. Actual skill requirements may vary by office:

• Experience developing and maintaining constituent and/or customer relationships
• Able to maintain composure and professionalism in every interaction with constituents
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable balancing multiple tasks at the same time
• Strong organization skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork skills
• Deep commitment to improving constituents’ lives

Sample Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree in government, political science, social work, social science, or related field
• Experience in agency related to casework (e.g., VA for veterans’ caseworker opening; USCIS for immigration caseworker opening)
• A demonstrated interest in public service
• Knowledge of the Member’s district

Notice:

All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or national origin.