USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Legislative Assistant
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$48K/yr - $48K/yrThe US Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel is responsible for drafting and editing nearly all legislation considered by the Senate. The Legislative Assistant provides administrative support to attorneys in the office, assisting with the drafting of bills, resolutions, and amendments.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Preparing, editing, and proofreading bills, resolutions, and amendments for the attorneys using legislative drafting software
Providing general administrative support as needed, such as answering phones, assigning incoming requests to the appropriate attorney, and maintaining office files, equipment, and the law library
Conducting legislative research and providing legislative support if promoted to Senior Legislative Assistant
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated attention to detail, an ability to write clearly, and proficiency in English usage, grammar, and spelling
A commitment to confidentiality and a professional and collegial approach, including an ability to work well under pressure, as a team member
Strong computer skills and demonstrated word-processing skills
Prior experience in an administrative role with a demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks
No substantial participation with any political party or cause
Preferred
A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree is preferred but not required
Preference given to individuals open to providing at least 2 years of service due to the extensive training provided to newly hired Legislative Assistants
Benefits
Participation in the Senate Federal student loan tuition repayment benefit program. SOLC employment qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program offered by the Department of Education.
Options for occasional telework and flextime (subject to current Office policies) and public transit subsidies.
An annual allotment of paid leave (including annual leave, health leave, and Federal holidays) and a paid gender-neutral family and medical leave program.
Access to retirement and insurance programs, including Federal Employees Retirement System coverage, group life insurance coverage, and matching funds for contributions under the Thrift Savings Plan.
Access to benefit programs for employees and their families, including coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program and dental and vision plans, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and an onsite fitness facility for employees, and priority access for admission to the Senate Employees Child Care Center.
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