Policy Correspondent: Health, Education & Labor

U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal student loan repayment option

Job summary

Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA) is seeking a Legislative Correspondent to cover health, education, labor, and pensions issues.

Primary duties include processing incoming mail and drafting outgoing constituent mail, with opportunities to meet stakeholders, conduct research, and assist staff on a small policy portfolio. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and motivated, with prior Capitol Hill experience and a public policy background preferred.

Qualifications

• Capitol Hill experience is preferred.
• Public policy background is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming mail and draft outgoing constituent mail.
• Engage with stakeholders and conduct basic research.
• Manage a small policy portfolio and support HELP Committee staff.
• Attend briefings and summarize policy implications for staff.
• Demonstrate organization and attention to detail in daily tasks.

Skills

Capitol Hill experience

Public policy

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA) is seeking a Legislative Correspondent to cover health, education, labor, and pensions issues.

Primary duties include processing incoming mail and drafting outgoing constituent mail, with opportunities to meet stakeholders, conduct research, and assist staff on a small policy portfolio. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and motivated, with prior Capitol Hill experience and a public policy background preferred.