With Honor Action is seeking a highly motivated individual to support the organization as a Legislative Assistant. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape policy, develop legislation, and work with lawmakers and their staff on bipartisan issues of national importance. With Honor Action is a cross-partisan non-profit whose mission is to strengthen democracy by fighting polarization in the U.S. Congress with principled veteran leadership. With Honor Action works alongside the bipartisan For Country Caucus of 37 veterans in the U.S. House and with a group of 11 bipartisan Senators who are committed to the With Honor pledge. The organization has helped pass more than 200 bipartisan laws since inception, with a concentration in national security, national service, and veterans issues. Learn more at www.withhonor.org.

Interested candidates should apply on our website at https://withhonor.org/careers/ and provide both a resume and cover letter detailing qualifications and interest in the position.

Responsibilities include:

• Researching and analyzing issues related to Congress, with a focus in national security, national service, and veterans affairs
• Creating and coordinating legislative advocacy, including working with House and Senate offices to pass laws
• Monitoring legislative developments within House and Senate Committees and on the House and Senate floor
• Developing and maintaining legislative trackers
• Drafting legislative endorsement memos
• Attending events and building relationships with Congressional offices and other organizations, including veteran service organizations
• Other responsibilities as needed in a fast-paced, high-impact organization, including support for external communications

Desired skills:

• An understanding of Congress and the legislative process
• Familiarity with the policy areas of interest to With Honor, including national security, national service, and veterans’ affairs
• Experience working on the Hill as an intern or junior staffer
• Experience with the National Defense Authorization Act
• Knowledge of the annual appropriations cycle
• Experience writing legislative memos and text
• Ability and desire to build bipartisan relationships
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously in a fast-paced professional environment

Attributes for success in this position:

• Uncompromising integrity
• High initiative and a positive attitude
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Punctual and able to meet deadlines
• Commitment to the mission
• Discreet with sensitive information
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to think quickly and effectively communicate
• A deep interest in the national political landscape
• Collaborative team player

Terms:

• Full-time, in-office, Washington DC-based
• Salary range of $65,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience
• Benefits include ICHRA for both health and dental premiums and a 401k program