The Office of Representative Jim Himes (CT-04) is seeking candidates to apply for an open Legislative Assistant position to handle a broad policy portfolio including transportation, infrastructure, energy, environment, agriculture, health care, and seniors among others.

Advancing the Member's priorities in the assigned issue areas; Monitoring pending legislation and current events in assigned issue areas; Recommending and executing legislative strategies within assigned issue areas and identifying leadership opportunities for the Member; Reviewing requests for the Member to cosign letters, cosponsor legislation, or attend events; Meeting with constituents and outside groups on behalf of the Member; Working with the district staff to advance key projects in CT-04; Preparing briefing materials and talking points for the Member; Staffing the member at events and meetings on topics within the assigned issue areas; Reviewing materials prepared by the communications team on topics within assigned issue areas, including constituent letters, social media posts, and press releases; Assisting with administrative responsibilities as needed, including responding to constituent outreach;

Qualified candidates will be independent self-starters with a demonstrated ability to generate new ideas and work well as part of a team. They will also have strong writing, research, analytical, and organizational skills. Candidates should have at least two years of policy experience.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to: CT04.Jobs@mail.house.gov with "Legislative Assistant or Legislative Assistant - [NAME]" in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The last day to submit an application is March 6, 2026.