Job Number:
HoR-035-26-HC
Date Posted:
March 2, 2026
Position Title:
Legislative Assistant
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
CT-04
Office/Company:
Hon. Jim Himes
Reports To:
Chief of Staff and Legislative Director
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
CT04.Jobs@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Legislative Assistant
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
The Office of Representative Jim Himes (CT-04) is seeking candidates to apply for an open Legislative Assistant position to handle a broad policy portfolio including transportation, infrastructure, energy, environment, agriculture, health care, and seniors among others.
Responsibilities:
Advancing the Member's priorities in the assigned issue areas; Monitoring pending legislation and current events in assigned issue areas; Recommending and executing legislative strategies within assigned issue areas and identifying leadership opportunities for the Member; Reviewing requests for the Member to cosign letters, cosponsor legislation, or attend events; Meeting with constituents and outside groups on behalf of the Member; Working with the district staff to advance key projects in CT-04; Preparing briefing materials and talking points for the Member; Staffing the member at events and meetings on topics within the assigned issue areas; Reviewing materials prepared by the communications team on topics within assigned issue areas, including constituent letters, social media posts, and press releases; Assisting with administrative responsibilities as needed, including responding to constituent outreach;
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will be independent self-starters with a demonstrated ability to generate new ideas and work well as part of a team. They will also have strong writing, research, analytical, and organizational skills. Candidates should have at least two years of policy experience.
Instructions:
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to: CT04.Jobs@mail.house.gov with "Legislative Assistant or Legislative Assistant - [NAME]" in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The last day to submit an application is March 6, 2026.
Other:
The office is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants with Connecticut ties are encouraged to apply.
