Legislative Director

Partners with the Member and Chief of Staff to develop and advance the Congresswoman’s legislative strategy. Ensures that legislative staff they oversee are in positions to support and implement the Members legislative strategy. Works with Committee staff to advance legislation sponsored by the Member and identifies opportunities to advance the Congresswoman’s legislative priorities on the House Floor and in Committee. Builds coalitions with Member offices and key stakeholders to advance the Member’s policy priorities through the legislative process. Drafts legislative memos, talking points, opening statements for committee hearings, floor speeches, press releases and social media copy for the Member. Meets with VIPs and senior-level staff from executive, private, government and non-profit sectors to discuss the Members’ legislative priorities and initiatives. Works with Legislative Counsel to draft bills sponsored by the Member. Maintains knowledge of legislation affecting the District and legislation in which the Member is a principal sponsor or co-lead to provide updates to the Member and Chief of Staff. Coordinates with staff, including the Legislative Correspondent, to ensure that all legislative mail is addressed. Organizes workload to prioritize tasks in accordance with varying deadlines and ensures work is completed in an efficient and effective manner. Trains and supervises legislative staff to ensure that staff comply with office policies, practices and procedures and consistently meets deadlines for input on legislative, communications and other office products. Schedules weekly staff 1:1s with legislative staff and weekly legislative meetings to ensure all tasks are handled and assigned, and the team is supported. Collaborates with the Chief of Staff to evaluate and manage legislative work.