Military Legislative Assistant

Congresswoman Susie Lee; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Congresswoman Susie Lee in Washington, D.C. seeks an experienced Military Legislative Assistant to implement her agenda across defense and related portfolios.

The role requires a strong defense policy background, experience with the appropriations process, and the ability to brief the Congresswoman and staff adeptly. The MLA will lead HAC-D efforts, secure funding for priorities, and prepare for high-profile hearings with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Experienced Military Legislative Assistant with a track record of formulating a legislative agenda.
• Strong understanding of defense policy issues and appropriations processes.
• Not an entry-level role; requires demonstrated ability to brief and staff the Congresswoman.
• Ability to build relationships with on- and off-Hill stakeholders and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Congresswoman’s agenda within the Appropriations Committee and authorizing committees for defense, national security, veterans’ affairs, foreign affairs, and science/technology.
• Lead HAC-D work, including securing funding for priorities and preparing for high-profile hearings.
• Staff and brief the Congresswoman; work with Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, and peers to advance priorities.
• Travel to the district as needed; accommodate long hours and urgent needs, including nights and weekends.

Skills

Defense policy

Appropriations process

Security clearance

Stakeholder engagement

Briefing & staff support

Written communication

Verbal communication

Job description

Military Legislative Assistant

Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense (HAC-D), seeks an experienced Military Legislative Assistant (MLA) to fill a newly created role in her office in Washington, D.C.

The MLA will be responsible for implementing the Congresswoman’s agenda within the Appropriations Committee and across authorizing committees for a portfolio including, but nolimited to, defense, national security, veterans’ affairs, foreign affairs, and science/technology. This includes leading the Congresswoman’s work on HAC-D, including securing funding for the Congresswoman’s priorities and preparing the Congresswoman for high-profile hearings with executive branch leadership. A strong understanding of defense policy issues is required.

Experience with the appropriations process is a plus. This is not an entry-level position. Candidates should have a strong track record of formulating a legislative agenda, translating policy priorities into successful legislative outcomes, and building strong relationships with on- and off-Hill stakeholders. Candidates will be expected to frequently brief and staff the Congresswoman and, as such, must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be coachable, responsive to feedback, and enjoy working in a team-first, collaborative work environment. Candidates will work directly with the Congresswoman, Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, and intra- and inter-departmental peers in the district and D.C. offices to advance the Congresswoman’s priorities.

Nevada ties are a plus. Candidates must be able to secure a Top Secret security clearance. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This position reports to the Legislative Director and is based in Washington, D.C., with travel to the district as needed. This position requires flexibility to work long hours and be responsive to urgent needs, including on nights and weekends.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, or national origin.