Date Posted:
October 15, 2026
Position Title:
Legislative Assistant - Health Policy
Office/Company:
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
HI-JR
Job Number:
1247
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
Primary Role
Legislative Assistant
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
This posting has a new submission link. If you successfully completed the prior application (using OAM), no need to reapply.
Senator Mazie K. Hirono of Hawaii seeks a Legislative Assistant - Health Policy to join her policy team in Washington, D.C. to handle comprehensive legislative health care portfolio which includes veterans’ health. Ideal candidate should be able to identify and pursue opportunities proactively, demonstrate an understanding of the Senate legislative process with an ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, is a succinct and clear writer, has a keen attention to detail, positive attitude, and can produce high-quality work products on tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:
include but are not limited to: tracking home state issues and synthesizing policy responses, developing and advancing legislation, preparing crisp, clear, and concise written and oral briefing materials for the Senator and senior staff. This is not an entry level position, and qualified candidates will possess a bachelor's degree and have at least three years substantive experience in health policy area and/or Hill experience. This is not an entry level position.
We encourage diverse applicants
Qualifications:
Instructions:
. Members of all diverse communities and experienced communicators with ties to Hawaii are strongly encouraged
. The office is an
, submit in a single PDF: cover letter, resume, and two recent writing samples (one press release or statement, one longer-form piece such as an op-ed up to three pages). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through COB 10/30/26.
Other:
employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The position is based in the Washington D.C. and relocation expenses will not be paid.
