Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Budget LA -- Senate Member Office

Republican Member of the Senate Budget Committee, as well as the Joint Economic Committee seeks a Legislative Assistant for a portfolio that will include issues relating to the budget and economy, taxes and trade. The position may involve additional policy areas. Responsibilities include producing briefing materials for the Senator on assigned issues, preparing Committee materials, developing policy ideas and implementing the Senator's legislative agenda, meeting with constituents, staffing the Senator at relevant events, assisting with constituent mail, and supervising a legislative correspondent and/or legislative fellow. Relevant Hill experience with these issues is required. Senate experience and Mississippi ties are preferred. Exceptional writing skills are essential. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to senatorwickerla@gmail.com with BUDGET LA in the subject line no later than July 19. No phone calls or drop ins, please.