Legislative Assistant

Summary

The Legislative Assistant will provide legislative and/or research support to Senior Policy and Government Affairs (“PGA”) staff. You will report to an Associate Director, PGA.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Track all legislative activity related to the U.S.-Israel relationship, including legislation, hearings and member statements.
• Maintain voting records and historical records on members of Congress.
• Remain current on AIPAC’s legislative and policy agenda, and serve as a resource regarding those issues for Congressional staff, as well as, AIPAC staff & membership.
• Conduct research, compile requested information, and draft related papers, memos, etc., enjoying wide discretion within areas of competence and expertise.
• Assist in the formulation of legislative strategy and in other specific policy formation processes.
• Attend Congressional hearings, press conferences, public forum discussions, etc., and memorialize in writing the issues covered at such events.
• Draft and/or review written materials, including those distributed internally to staff as well as to AIPAC members.
• Provide basic administrative support to senior PGA staff.
• Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or commensurate experience.
• 0-3 years’ experience, Congressional, Executive Branch, or relevant private-sector experience strongly preferred.
• Passion for a strong U.S.-Israel relationship required.
• Extensive knowledge of the legislative and policy development processes.
• Ability to conduct thorough research and draft related work product, track legislation, and memorialize in writing events attended such as Congressional hearings, press conferences, etc.
• Strong writing ability.
• Ability to multi-task, working in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.
• Full competencies in the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Salesforce and Smartsheet preferred.
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AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary for the position between $50,000.00 and $62,600.00. A job offer within the range will depend on how closely a candidate's skills and experience match the requirements for the role. AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package. We are currently working remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three. AIPAC is an equal opportunity employer.

Posting Instructions

• Please provide cover letter with resume to be considered. Incomplete applications with missing documentation will not be considered.
• If applying for more than one position please use the 'Attachments' function to attach position specific cover letter.
• Please use your legal name when completing the employment application (no nicknames).