Legislative Counsel

The Office of Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) is seeking a Legislative Counsel to lead the office’s Judiciary portfolio. The Congresswoman is a Member of the House Judiciary Committee and is currently the Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement. This position will lead on all issues within the jurisdiction of the Judiciary Committee (except Immigration), which include but are not limited to: antitrust, courts, criminal justice, elections, protection of civil rights and civil liberties, and intellectual property. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparing and staffing the Congresswoman for committee hearings and markups including proposing strategic approaches, drafting remarks and questions, preparing amendments and talking points; 
• Advancing current and new legislative initiatives including idea generation, building support, legislative drafting and producing accompanying materials, such as speeches, policy memos, and factsheets; 
• Developing expertise in new issue areas as they arise; 
• Representing the Congresswoman’s priorities with external stakeholders;
• Building and maintaining relationships with external and internal stakeholders including advocacy organizations; academics; fellow Congressional and Committee offices; and
• Carrying out additional duties as required.

Job Requirements: 

• Passionate about public service and committed to progressive values;
• Excellent writing and time management skills;
• Ability to digest new content with a political and ideological lens that is appropriate for the office;  
• Previous Hill experience strongly preferred; 
• Poised, level-headed, flexible, collaborative, team oriented; and
• Eager to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and high-paced environment.

The Office of Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, new Americans, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. State and/or district ties are a plus. Prior Hill experience is strongly preferred. Position location is Washington, DC. 

Candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and references in PDF format to jobs.pramila@mail.house.gov with “Legislative Counsel”: [Applicant’s First and Last Name]” in the subject line. No calls or drop-ins please.