Deputy Chief Of Staff

Organization

U.S. House of Representatives, Member Office (Democratic)

Position Title

Deputy Chief of Staff

Position Type

Full-Time

Position Location

Washington, D.C.

Position Description

A Democratic Member of Congress from Florida seeks a hard-working and organized individual to serve as Deputy Chief of Staff in his Washington, DC office. Applicants should be detail-oriented, proactive, and have a willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-moving, dynamic office.

Job responsibilities include:

• Creating and updating the Congressman’s schedule in DC.

• Responding to and processing invitations for meetings and events in a timely manner.

• Managing the Congressman’s travel plans and logistics.

• Coordinating with DC and District staff to prepare the Congressman’s daily binder.

• Serving as a member of the “front office” team, including answering the phone and greeting visitors.

• Additional duties related to managing the overall operation of the DC office.

This is not an entry-level position. Previous Capitol Hill scheduling experience is preferred. Florida ties are a plus. Some work outside traditional office hours is required.

How To Apply

The application portal will close on July 16th, 2023 or upon receipt of 100 applications, whichever comes first.

Compensation

The compensation is $60,000 - $70,000 per year, along with a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; federal student loan repayment (terms apply); retirement plans; transit benefits; and paid time off.

Employment Eligibility

The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. All travel-related expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant, to include any relocation expenses. Employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. A qualified applicant must meet one of the following residency requirements within the continental United States for eligibility for a paid position with the U.S. House of Representatives:

• Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B)
• Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law)
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible