MEM-370-21 

The House Committee on Education and Labor (Democratic staff) seeks Counsel  to manage oversight and investigations on the education and labor team. 

Responsibilities include organizing oversight hearings, writing investigative reports and executing a complementary legislative and oversight strategy with positive results. Qualified applicants must have a J.D. and relevant policy experience with at least 3-5 years of experience conducting investigations. 

Experience in education and labor policy is not a requirement, however preferred. In addition, the applicant must have exceptional writing skills, strong attention to  detail, and the ability to juggle multiple projects. 

To apply, applicants must submit a resume, a writing sample (5-10 pages), a writing sample describing an investigation the applicant would like to pursue, and 3 professional references. The second writing sample must include a hyperlink to  a current news item from any source (newspapers, blogs, or other websites) and two paragraphs detailing why the Committee should investigate the issue presented and the steps the applicant would take to begin an investigation. 

Please submit all materials to E&L.Jobs@mail.house.gov with “Counsel” in the subject line. The salary range is $85K - $100K, commensurate with education and experience. 

The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.