Hybrid Legislative Assistant - Policy & Government

ACLU - National Office; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Professional development funds

Job summary

ACLU - National Office in Washington, DC, is seeking a Legislative Assistant in the National Political Advocacy Department. This hybrid role requires in-office presence two days per week.

The position supports the National Director of Policy and Government Affairs and a broad team focused on federal and state policy and advocacy. You’ll help develop policy materials, track legislative activity, prepare talking points and presentations, and assist with hiring processes for staff and interns.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support National Director and Deputy Director in workflow management.
• Develop materials regarding policy positions for briefings and campaigns.
• Track political news and draft internal weekly newsletter.
• Attend hearings and provide summary reports.
• Provide administrative support including travel, scheduling, and expense processing.
• Draft correspondence and prepare materials for internal/external audiences.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Research skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quorum

Job description

ACLU - National Office in Washington, DC, is seeking a Legislative Assistant in the National Political Advocacy Department. This hybrid role requires in-office presence two days per week.

The position supports the National Director of Policy and Government Affairs and a broad team focused on federal and state policy and advocacy. You’ll help develop policy materials, track legislative activity, prepare talking points and presentations, and assist with hiring processes for staff and interns.