Date Posted:
May 11, 2026
Position Title:
Staff Assistant
Office/Company:
Sen. Maria Cantwell
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
WA-JR
Job Number:
0881
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
Primary Role
Staff Assistant
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) seeks a Staff Assistant who will be responsible for operations in the Washington, D.C. front office. The ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, handle difficult situations with courtesy, and solve problems independently are all highly valued. Washington state ties are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
Among other tasks, the Staff Assistant is responsible for answering phone calls, greeting meetings and visitors, processing mail, managing constituent requests for flags and tours, maintaining office supply orders, and managing the D.C. office’s internship program.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, and service oriented with experience in and enthusiasm for customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter in a single PDF document.
Other:
This office is an equal opportunity Congressional employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, disability, national origin, uniformed status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
