国会工作人员：国会议员为选定职位确定的职责、资格和技能.docx

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1、ContentsIdentifying Job Advertisements for Congressional Staff Positions 2Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements 2Concluding Observations 4Sample Position Expectations7Caseworker 7Caseworker/Field Representative8Chief of Staff9Communications Director 10Communications Director Senior Level or Not

2、 Entry Level” 11Constituent Services Representative 12Correspondence Manager 13Deputy Press Secretaiy 14Deputy Scheduler15Deputy Scheduler/Assistant to Chief of Staff16Digital Director/Press Assistant17Digital Director 18District Director 19Executive Assistant 20Executive As sis tan t/Sc heduler21Ex

3、ecutive As sis tan t/Sc heduler, “Not Entry Level”22Field, District, or Regional Representative23Legislative Aide 24Legislative Assistant 25Legislative Assistant, Not Entry Level”26Legislative Correspondent27Legislative Correspondent/Press Assistant28Legislative Correspondent/Staff Assistant29Legisl

4、ative Counsel 30Legislative Director, House 31Legislative Director “Senior Level, or Not Entry Level” 32Legislative Director, Senate 33Military Legislative Assistant34Press Assistant35Press Secretary 36Press Secretary/Digital Director37Regional Director38Scheduler39Scheduler, Not Entry Level”40Sched

5、uler/Office Manager 41Senior Legislative Assistant 42Speechwriter43Staff Assistant 44Staff Assistant/Driver 45Staff Assistant/Press Assistant46Systems Administrator47Caseworker/Field Representative Based on CRS analysis of selected adv er t i sem en t s seek i n g co n gre ssi o n al staff, as descr

6、ibed in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.”Constituent Communications,Outreach, and ServiceWidely Expected DutiesAssist constituents with problems, concernsWork with staff on casework and outreach effortsRepresent Member at meetings, events, appearancesMonitor activities, concerns, issues i

7、n districtDrive, travel throughout districtApplicant CharacteristicsEnergeticOutgoingAssertiveMatureMotivatedSense of humorApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceState, local, and national government, agenciesEvent planningSocial workAds8 (8 House, 0 Senate)Other Potential DutiesStaff Member at eve

8、nts, appearancesProvide administrative assistanceAnswer phonesApplicant SkillsWork well with othersThoroughOrganizedExercise discretion, tactWork independentlyHandle stressOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications skillsHave car and drivers licenseBilingualFlexible hours including n

9、ights and weekendsTies to/broad knowledge of districtWork environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeAds10 (8 House, 2 Senate)Other Potential DutiesCoordinate Member activities with congressional leadership and committee officesAct as liaison between Member and consti

10、tuents, the Administration, and external stakeholdersMentor staffApplicant SkillsStrategic thinkingBalance multiple tasksOrganizedAttention to detail, accuracyWork well with othersOther ExpectationsStrong, clear written and verbal communications skillsWork environment typically described as high pre

11、ssure, team-based, collaborativeWork hours typically include long hours, weekendsState or district ties generally preferred but not requiredChief of Staff Based on CRS analysis of selected adv ert i sem en t s seek i n g co n gie ssi o n al staff, as described in 44 Categorizing and Coding Job Adver

12、tisements.Chief of Staff Based on CRS analysis of selected adv ert i sem en t s seek i n g co n gie ssi o n al staff, as described in 44 Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Staff LeadershipWidely Expected DutiesServe as Members most senior aide or advisorAdvise Member on strategic priorities

13、and policy decisions Develop and implement all policy objectives, strategies, and operating plans for the office, in consultation with relevant legislative, communications, constituent service, support, and other staffManage Members offices and operationsManage senior staff, monitor DC and state sta

14、ff (Senate ads only)Supervise up to I 8 full-time staffers in DC and district offices (House ads only)Oversee all personnel matters: staff reviews; salary decisions; and hiring (House ads only)Manage the MRA and office budget (House ads only)Applicant CharacteristicsStrong political instinctsHard wo

15、rkerEnergetic, enthusiasticCreativitySense of humorApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceSenior congressional sta仟 roleManagement experienceHill or other political experienceThorough knowledge of legislative process and chamber rulesUp to 5 years relevant experienceCommunications Director Based on

16、 CRS analysis of selected advertisements seekingcongressional staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Communications Director Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seekingcongressional staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Media, Mass

17、CommunicationsMessaging, and SpeechesWidely Expected DutiesCraft and implement overall communications strategy Write in numerous formats including press releases, op- eds, talking points, newsletters, speeches, social media Act as spokesperson, local and national media contact Prepare/brief Member f

18、or interviewsAds54 (50 House, 4 Senate)Other Potential DutiesOutreach to media organizations, reportersPitch storiesProvide messaging guidance to staffMonitor news of interest to the officeHandle portfolio of I -4 issuesManage office website, social media, other digital content Organize media events

19、Applicant CharacteristicsStrong political instinctsCreativitySense of humorEnergetic, enthusiasticHard workerApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceCommunications, journalism, public relationsApplicant SkillsOrganizedStrategic thinkingBalance multiple tasksAttention to detail, accuracyWork well wit

20、h othersDigital media skillsOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications skillsKnowledge of legislative processMedia contactsFamiliarity with computer software, e.g., MS applications, social media platformsState or district tiesMay supervise Press Secretary, Press AssistantSubmission o

21、f various writing samplesWork environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeAds18(18 House, 0 Senate)Other Potential DutiesPitch storiesApplicant SkillsAttention to detail, accuracyOrganizedBalance multiple tasksOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications

22、skillsMedia contactsMay supervise Communications Staff, Press Assistant, Press Secretary, Social Media AssistantSubmission of various writing samplesWork environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeCommunications Director, Z/Senior Level or Not Entiy Levelz，24Media, Ma

23、ss CommunicationsMessaging, and SpeechesWidely Expected DutiesCraft and implement overall communications strategy Write in numerous formats including press releases, op- eds, talking points, newsletters, speeches, social media Act as spokesperson, local and national media contact Prepare/brief Membe

24、r for interviewsManage office website, social media, other digital content Organize media eventsApplicant CharacteristicsCreativityEnergetic, enthusiasticStrong political instinctsSense of humorApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceOn-the-record experience, I -2 yearsHill experience, 2-5 years 24

25、Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seeking congressional staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.”Constituent Services Representative25Constituent Communications,Outreach, and ServiceWidely Expected DutiesHandle casework and related calls, correspondenceWork w

26、ith federal or state entities to resolve caseworkProvide office support, sort mail, order suppliesApplicant CharacteristicsGood political instincts, judgementEnergeticSelf-starterAdaptableHard workerMotivatedSense of humorApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceCasework, public service, customer ser

27、vice, 0-5 years Bachelors degreeAds6 (5 House, I Senate)Other Potential DutiesPlan and execute outreach eventsRepresent MemberSupport Member eventsApplicant SkillsDiscretionOrganizedWork well with othersAble to balance multiple tasksAttention to detailReliabilityWork independentlyOther ExpectationsS

28、trong written and verbal communications skillsWork flexible schedule, long days, weekendsTies to state or districtWork environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeCorrespondence Manager Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seeking congressional staff, as de

29、scribed in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.”Correspondence Manager Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seeking congressional staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.”Constituent Communications,Outreach, and ServiceWidely Expected DutiesCoordinate wit

30、h office leadership, LCs to produce, deliver substantive, timely written responses to constituent inquiriesDraft, edit outgoing correspondenceOversee drafting and approval of condolence and congratulatory lettersApplicant CharacteristicsProactive, takes initiativeApplicant Knowledge and Prior Experi

31、enceExperience with constituent management software (CMS) systems, e.g., IQ, InterTrac, VOICE, etc.Hill correspondence experience, up to 3 yearsComputer skillsAdsI I (0 House, I I Senate)Other Potential DutiesProvide CMS reports, system maintenanceTrain interns, LCs, and Staff Assistants in correspo

32、ndence processesManage constituent contact listsMaintain correspondence recordsApplicant SkillsTime management skillsHighly organizedAbility to work independentlyHandle multiple tasks, projectsOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications skillsDemonstrated ability to use technology to

33、streamline administrative processesGenerally a position for experienced staff“Self-described perfectionists are strongly encouraged to apply.”Work environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeOther Potential DutiesMaintain office websiteStaff Senator at eventsCompile pr

34、ess clips and media mentionsCompile, maintain media contact listsApplicant SkillsAccuracy, attention to detailManage multiple tasksResourcefulOperate quickly, efficientlyOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications skillsState or regional tiesWork environment typically described as hig

35、h pressure, team-based, collaborativeDeputy Press Secretary Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seeking congressional staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Deputy Press Secretary Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seeking congressional staff, as

36、 described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Media, Mass Communications, Messaging, and SpeechesAds8 (0 House, 8 Senate)Widely Expected DutiesWriting in numerous formats including press releases, op-eds, talking points, newsletters, speeches, social media Maintain social media contentSch

37、edule media interviews with SenatorApplicant CharacteristicsMotivatedAmbitiousHard workerWilling to learn, add responsibilitiesApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceWork with office productivity software, social media platformsCommunications, media, 2-5 yearsCampaign media experienceDeputy Schedul

38、er Based on CRS analysis of selected adv ert i sem en t s seek i n g co n gressio n al staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Deputy Scheduler Based on CRS analysis of selected adv ert i sem en t s seek i n g co n gressio n al staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding

39、 Job Advertisements.Office Administration and SupportAdsWidely Expected DutiesSort, track, and respond to Senators state invitations Assist other staff to execute Senators daily schedule Maintain Senators contact dataArrange, book travel for SenatorApplicant CharacteristicsEnergeticMotivatedAdaptabl

40、eSound judgementApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceHill experience preferredKnowledge of Senate operations, schedules7 (0 House, 7 Senate)Other Potential DutiesGreet Senators meeting attendeesMaintain historical record of Senators scheduleSchedule rooms, facilitiesOrganize constituent eventsApp

41、licant SkillsAttention to detailHighly organizedExercise discretionPersonable, courteousTrustworthyOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications skillsFlexible hoursWork environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeDeputy Scheduler/Assistant to Chief of Sta

42、ff Based on CRS analysis of selected advertisements seeking congressional staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.”Office Administration and SupportAdsWidely Expected DutiesProvide administrative and staffing support to SchedulerPlan, maintain Chief of Staffs calendarDrive

43、Senator on occasionOrganize, vet, respond to invitationsFacilitate projects of the Senator or officeApplicant CharacteristicsAdaptableProactiveEnergeticSound judgement, instinctsApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceScheduling, I -2 years7 (0 House, 7 Senate)Other Potential DutiesHandle Chief of S

44、taff correspondencePrepare correspondence for signatureProvide executive secretarial supportApplicant SkillsDetail oriented, thoroughHighly organizedStrong sense of discretionPersonable, pleasant, courteousBalance multiple tasks, projectsOther ExpectationsStrong written and verbal communications ski

45、llsMaintain confidentialityAbility to exercise discretion at all timesOwn an American-made carState tiesWork environment typically described as high pressure, team-based, collaborativeDigital Director/Press Assistant Based on CRS analysis of selected adv ert i sem en t s seek i n g co n gressio n al

46、 staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Digital Director/Press Assistant Based on CRS analysis of selected adv ert i sem en t s seek i n g co n gressio n al staff, as described in Categorizing and Coding Job Advertisements.Media, Mass Communications,Messaging, and Speeches

47、Widely Expected DutiesCreate audio, graphic, and video contentDraft newsletters, social media, press releases, op-eds, talking points, speechesManage social media strategy, office accounts, websiteApplicant CharacteristicsCreativePoiseSound judgementApplicant Knowledge and Prior ExperienceExperience with various social media platforms, HTML Knowledge of chamber operations, procedures Experience designing audio, graphic, video contentAds5 (3 House, 2 Senate)Other Potential DutiesCompile daily news clipsMonitor social media data, analyticsApplicant SkillsWork well with others