Congressional Labor Policy Counsel

Peggy Browning Fund; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The House Committee on Education and the Workforce seeks a Labor Policy Counsel responsible for overseeing labor law matters. This role includes legislative support, research tasks, and providing technical assistance to Committee offices. Ideal candidates will have legal expertise and a solid understanding of workplace law, aiming to influence policy effectively.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the National Labor Relations Act.
• Experience in labor law-related organizations.
• Knowledge of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and Department of Labor.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of legislation related to labor law.
• Provide technical assistance to Committee and Member offices.
• Prepare written materials and legislative analyses.

Skills

Labor law knowledge

Research skills

Legislative analysis

Education

Law degree

Job description

House Committee on Education and the Workforce
District of Columbia

The House Committee on Education and the Workforce (Democratic staff) seeks a Labor Policy Counsel responsible for the portfolio covering labor law. Candidates should have familiarity with the National Labor Relations Act, the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, labor enforcement provisions in trade agreements, and employment arbitration. Candidates should also have knowledge of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), the Department of Labor’s Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) and the International Labor Affairs Bureau (ILAB). Applicants should have a law degree and experience working with an organization, Congress, or government agency related to labor law. Duties will include supporting the development of legislation, providing technical assistance to the Committee and Member offices, researching pertinent issues, preparing written materials and legislative analyses, and supporting the execution of committee proceedings and events related to labor law. Salary commensurate with experience.

To apply, applicants must submit a resume and two short writing samples to E&[e-mail] with "Labor Policy Counsel” in the subject line. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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