Lead Legislative Analyst: Defense, Foreign Policy & Veterans

Office of U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of U.S. Senator John Fetterman seeks a Legislative Assistant to support Defense, Foreign Policy, and Veterans Affairs portfolios.

The role involves developing, monitoring, and managing legislation, engaging with stakeholders and federal agencies, and briefing on geopolitical trends and national security threats. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of relevant experience, exceptional writing and research skills, and the ability to articulate complex policies clearly.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional writing and research skills.
• Ability to articulate complex policies clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and manage legislation for the Senator's Defense, Foreign Policy, and Veterans Affairs portfolios.
• Engage with stakeholders and federal agencies.
• Brief and advise on geopolitical trends, global conflicts, and national security threats.
• Draft memos and talking points.

Skills

Writing

Research

Policy analysis

Prioritization

Teamwork

Hill experience

Education

Public policy background

Job description

Office of U.S. Senator John Fetterman seeks a Legislative Assistant to support Defense, Foreign Policy, and Veterans Affairs portfolios.

The role involves developing, monitoring, and managing legislation, engaging with stakeholders and federal agencies, and briefing on geopolitical trends and national security threats. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of relevant experience, exceptional writing and research skills, and the ability to articulate complex policies clearly.