Job Number:
0688
Date Posted:
March 4, 2026
Position Title:
Staff Assistant
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
AZ-JR
Office/Company:
Sen. Ruben Gallego
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
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Salary:
Primary Role
Staff Assistant
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Description:
The Office of U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego seeks a dependable, organized, and professional individual to serve as Staff Assistant in his Washington D.C. office. Ideal candidates will have outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; be service- and solutions-oriented and highly organized; take a collaborative approach with community and colleagues; and be able to prioritize and follow through on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ties to Arizona and prior Hill experience are preferred but not required. This position is required to work in the office.
Key
Responsibilities:
Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, providing exceptional customer service at the front desk
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls, take messages, and handle constituent inquiries efficiently
• Assist with managing incoming mail and email, ensuring correspondence is logged and routed appropriately
• Assist with Internship Program coordination
• Support legislative and administrative staff with office projects including maintaining office records and files, purchasing office supplies, and others as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• A professional demeanor and discretion, especially when handling sensitive or confidential matters.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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