Legislative Assistant (Environment/Climate), Senator Edward J. Markey’s office. Full-time, on-site. Washington D.C.

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Link to job posting is here. Salary: $81,276 Per Year. Application Closes: not posted

Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA), member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, seeks a Legislative Assistant to lead work on the Senator’s environmental portfolio.

This individual will:

  • Advise and brief the Senator;
  • Draft, introduce, and secure the passage of amendments and bills;
  • Identify bipartisan opportunities;
  • Perform in-depth analysis and research;
  • Meet with constituents;
  • Prepare briefing materials; and
  • Collaborate with national and local stakeholders.

Qualified candidates should also be entrepreneurial, possess excellent negotiation and writing skills, and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Experience on air, water, chemicals, and public lands issues is preferred.

This is not an entry-level position.

Candidates from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, working class, military, and/or other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply, as well as candidates with ties to Massachusetts.

This position is in person and based in the Washington, DC office with a salary of $81,276 annually and benefits that include a federal student loan repayment option. 

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

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