Legislative Assistant

United States Senate; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Senate seeks a Legislative Assistant to join Senator Ted Cruz's national security team in Washington, DC. The LA will handle foreign policy issues, draft legislation, and assist with hearings. This role supports engagement with constituents and relevant groups on national security matters.

This is not an entry-level position; substantial policy work and strong writing skills will be highly valued as you develop analysis and briefing materials for the Senator.

Qualifications

• Significant prior national security experience in the Senate or House.
• Not an entry-level position.
• Candidates with strong writing skills will be given significant preference.

Responsibilities

• Draft legislation related to foreign policy and the State Department.
• Support Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearings.
• Engage with constituents and outside groups on national security issues.
• Prepare written products and briefs for the Senator.

Skills

National security

Strong writing

Legislative experience

Job description

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) is seeking a Legislative Assistant (LA) to join his office’s national security team. The LA will primarily handle issues related to foreign policy and the State Department on behalf of Senator Cruz. The LA will be responsible for a range of activities and written products related to the foreign policy portfolio, including drafting legislation, supporting Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearings, and engaging with relevant constituents and outside groups. The ideal candidate will have significant prior experience working on national security issues in the Senate or House. This is not an entry-level position. Candidates with strong writing skills will be given significant preference.