LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT

Maryland Court Reporters; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. House of Representatives' Resume Bank is seeking resumes for the role of Legislative Correspondent. This position will involve drafting communications, conducting policy research, and engaging with constituents. The ideal candidate will have strong research and communication skills, as well as a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting and synthesizing public policy research required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.
• Comfortable with technology and project management.

Responsibilities

• Draft letters for constituent inquiries and maintain response collections.
• Engage with constituents and assist in legislative meetings.
• Consult with the Legislative Director for accurate legislative letters.

Skills

Research Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Project Management

Technology Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in government, political science, public policy, 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 Legislative Correspondent 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 Legislative Correspondent 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 Legislative Correspondent could research legislative issues and draft correspondence to explain the Member’s position on a variety of public policy matters. A Legislative Correspondent could also attend meetings with constituents and provide support for Committee hearings and markups.

Sample Job Duties:

In this role, a Legislative Correspondent could be expected to:

• Draft tailored letters for constituent inquires that require special research or a nuanced response
• Create and maintain a collection of prepared responses for general legislative inquires
• Ensure that legislative responses to constituents are completed in a timely matter
• Consult with the Legislative Director and Legislative Assistants to ensure the Member’s library of legislative letters are accurate, up to date, and reflective of the Member’s policy position
• Learn and lead office in using Constituent Management System software
• Engage with district office staff and respond to inquiries of Member’s policy stances
• Flag district-based organized constituent letter writing campaigns to appropriate district staff
• Attend legislative meetings with constituents and assist with Committee hearings and markups
• Assist Scheduler/Executive Assistant in drafting Member-to-Member correspondence, thank you, and special occasion letters

Sample Requirements:

• The following information illustrates the skills and requirements that could be expected of Legislative Correspondents. Actual skill requirements may vary by office:
• Experience conducting and synthesizing public policy research
• Comfortable balancing multiple projects and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to collaborate with staff to accomplish desired outcomes
• Takes initiative and go above and beyond to complete assignments
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
• Comfortable with technology

Sample Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree in government, political science, public policy, or related field
• A demonstrated interest in public service

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.