Date Posted:
May 28, 2026
Position Title:
Policy Advisor/Legislative Assistant
Office/Company:
Hon. Josh Gottheimer
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
Job Number:
HoR-259-26-HC
Reports To:
Legislative Director and Chief of Staff
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
NJ5Jobs@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Legislative Assistant
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
Congressman Josh Gottheimer seeks an experienced Policy Advisor/Legislative Assistant to manage a domestic policy portfolio, including energy, healthcare, veterans and appropriations.
Responsibilities:
Developing and drafting legislation, engaging with stakeholders, preparing remarks and talking points, providing vote recommendations, staffing meetings, drafting correspondence, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Excellent writer, self-starter, collaborative team player, strong relationships with stakeholders, project management experience, critical thinking and sound judgment, creative and solutions-oriented mindset, growth mindset with openness to feedback, and willingness to work flexible hours.
Instructions:
Submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to NJ5Jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line: Last Name – LA Application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Other:
The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, gender identity and expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
