Legislative Strategist for Working Families

Office of Congresswoman Maxine Dexter (OR-03); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Congresswoman Maxine Dexter (OR-03) in Washington, D.C. seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant to lead a portfolio advancing her priorities supporting working families across labor, education, transportation, tax, judiciary, and other issues as assigned.

The role collaborates with the Member, Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, and district team to draft legislation, analyze policy, manage stakeholders, and prepare materials for committees and meetings, ensuring clear

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to public service with a focus on social policy.
• Excellent legislative drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Fostering a kind, collaborative, constituent-focused workspace is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legislation and shaping legislative strategy.
• Conducting research and analyzing policy.
• Managing relationships with key stakeholders and advocates.
• Tracking relevant policy developments.
• Preparing committee materials, policy memos, briefings, talking points, and remarks.
• Representing the Congresswoman in meetings with constituents, organizations, and federal agencies.
• Coordinating with communications staff on messaging related to policy priorities.
• Supporting cross-team collaboration between the D.C. and district offices.

Skills

Legislative drafting

Analytical skills

Policy research

Writing

Communication

Time management

Job description

The Office of Congresswoman Maxine Dexter (OR-03) in Washington, D.C. seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant to lead a portfolio advancing her priorities supporting working families across labor, education, transportation, tax, judiciary, and other issues as assigned.

The role collaborates with the Member, Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, and district team to draft legislation, analyze policy, manage stakeholders, and prepare materials for committees and meetings, ensuring clear