Job Number:
HoR-180-26-HC
Date Posted:
April 15, 2026
Position Title:
Staff Assistant & Legislative Correspondent
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
CA-08
Office/Company:
Hon. John Garamendi
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
CA08.Jobs@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Legislative Correspondent/ Aide
Secondary Role:
Legislative Correspondent/ Aide
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
Congressman John Garamendi is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Assistant & Legislative Correspondent to join his Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities:
Manage the front office including answering phones, monitoring voicemails, greeting guests, and other administrative tasks. Oversee and manage the constituent correspondence program, including sorting, tracking, and processing incoming phone calls, emails, faxes, and voicemails. Draft constituent response letters and ensure timely, accurate responses through Intranet Quorum (IQ), while working directly with the legislative and communications teams. Coordinate tour and flag requests, including occasionally leading Capitol tours. Liaise with Technology Support and other service contractors. Assist with Emergency Coordinator duties, including reporting threats and emergency coordination. Serve as the primary supervisor of the Washington, DC internship program, including supporting professional development and conducting training. Assist the legislative, communications, and operations staff with other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position works well under pressure, demonstrates sound judgment and exceptional organizational capabilities, pays close attention to details in a fast-paced environment, and effectively manages multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrating an eagerness to learn and grow within the office, and a desire to be part of a highly-collaborative, high-achieving team is appreciated.
Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, writing sample, and resume in one PDF document to CA08.Jobs@mail.house.gov with the following subject line: "Full Name – Staff Assistant & Legislative Correspondent."
Other:
The office is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or national origin.
