Date Posted:
June 17, 2026
Position Title:
Legislative Assistant
Office/Company:
Committee on Small
Party:
Office Code:
NJ-11
Job Number:
HoR-305-26-HC
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Contact:
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Legislative Assistant
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
The Office of Congresswoman Analilia Mejia seeks a Legislative Assistant to lead a portfolio focused on health policy and other issues.
Responsibilities:
Supporting the Congresswoman's work on healthcare and childcare issues; working with the Legislative Director and Chief of Staff to develop and execute a coordinated legislative strategy; preparing for and staffing committee hearings and markups; drafting legislation and amendments; writing talking points, briefing materials, and memoranda pertaining to assigned issue areas; working closely with the communications and district teams; monitoring policy developments in issue area; interacting with key constituent groups and stakeholders; and strong written and oral communication skills.
Qualifications:
2-3 years of Hill experience or relevant policy experience; highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Instructions:
Fill out this form by June 22, 2026.
Other:
This office is an equal opportunity employer and doesn’t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes.
