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Senior Legislative Assistants handle more complex or high-profile policy areas and may have additional responsibilities in guiding junior legislative staff.

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Job Number:
1168
Date Posted:
September 16, 2026
Position Title:
Counsel/legislative Assistant
Party:
Democrat
Office:
MA-JR
Office Name:
Sen. Edward J. Markey
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
USD 83714.00 YEAR
Description:
Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA) seeks a Counsel or Legislative Assistant to lead his work on judiciary issues, including voting rights, immigration, civil & human rights, court reform, and gun violence prevention, as well as homeland security issues. This individual will perform in-depth legislative analysis and research; draft, introduce, and secure the passage of amendments and bills; prepare briefing materials; advise and brief the Senator; meet with constituents; and collaborate with national and local stakeholders. Qualified candidates should be entrepreneurial, possess excellent negotiation and writing skills, and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Candidates with a Juris Doctor strongly preferred. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, working class, military, and/or other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged
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Instructions:
, as well as candidates with ties to Massachusetts. This position is in-person and based in the Washington, DC office with a salary of $83,714 annually and benefits that include a federal student loan repayment option. Please submit a resume and cover letter.

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