Legislative Assistant, Government Affairs

Position Announcement

Government Affairs Legislative Assistant

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of those who have served this country, Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) has the perfect opportunity for you. At VVA, you can join a team of compassionate advocates for veterans of all eras. If you enjoy meaningful work and want to make a difference, then this position is for you! VVA, a congressionally chartered national nonprofit Veterans Service Organization, is seeking a Government Affairs Legislative Assistant. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion and aptitude for operating in the fast-paced legislative and regulatory environment of Washington, D.C. They must be well organized, and a dedicated professional with at least two years of administrative, communications and computer experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary point of contact for the Legislative Action network; produces and distributes online mailings, Action Alerts, and other communications.
• Assists in coordinating grassroots legislative initiatives with members.
• Coordinates responses to and tracks requests from congressional committees, Members of Congress, and congressional staff regarding current law, legislative proposals, regulatory actions, and VVA member inquiries.
• Drafts general correspondence for the National President’s signature, including responses to Congress, Department of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies.
• Monitors legislation and congressional schedules utilizing web-based programs.
• Monitors hearings and meetings, when assigned by the Director of Government Affairs.
• Under the direction of the Deputy Director, Government Affairs, ensures communication of all relevant information to appropriate VVA leadership and staff.
• Serves as functional electronic file manager for the department, including establishing and maintaining a functional filing system.
• Manages and prioritizes all department mail and other correspondence.
• Performs clerical duties such as photocopying, preparing outgoing mail, sending courier (UPS, FEDEX) overnight and ground packages, and transmitting correspondence.
• Assures availability of necessary office supplies for the department.
• Maintains a calendar of activities for the department.
• Works cooperatively with others in VVA.
• Maintains an orderly work environment.
• Maintains attention to detail in all work performed.
• Documents, processes and tracks in-coming communications and requests.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• (Must be) U.S. citizen
• U.S. Military background
• Knowledge and understanding of congressional affairs and activities, including the legislative process at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Experience:

Two years of administrative experience in a subject area relevant to local government or congressional affairs, including at least six months to a year professional experience in the legislative field.

Education/Equivalency:

Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

How to Apply:

Please call 301-585-4000 for more information on how to apply.