This position is limited to veterans desiring to serve as a paid Congressional Aide for two-year in the U.S. House of Representatives Wounded Warrior Program (aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program). Selected Candidates will work directly for a Member of Congress as part of their office staff. Positions are located in Congressional District Offices around the country.
Summary
This position is limited to veterans desiring to serve as a paid Congressional Aide for two-year in the U.S. House of Representatives Wounded Warrior Program (aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program). Selected Candidates will work directly for a Member of Congress as part of their office staff. Positions are located in Congressional District Offices around the country.
YOU MUST BE A VETERAN AND MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
Honorably discharged; Released from active duty within the last six years;
Pay grades at or below E-5/O-3/W-2;
Veterans promoted to the pay grades of E-6/O-4/W-3 WITHIN 6-MONTHS OF SEPARATION from active duty are eligible, granted they meet ALL other eligibility requirements.
Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. NO WAIVERS WILL BE GRANTED.
The Wounded Warrior Program (aka
Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program) was established to create employment opportunities for veterans within the House of Representatives. These two-year positions provide veterans with experience and exposure to broaden career opportunities. Positions are available in congressional Member District Offices nationwide.
Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements of each Member
Office. Said duties may include, but are not limited to: working as a
constituent services representative; helping local constituents resolve
issues with federal agencies; serving as a liaison to local Veterans
Service Organizations (VSO); attending local events and meetings on
behalf of your Member of Congress; and performing legislative work. SPECIFIC DUTIES FOR EACH MEMBER OFFICE WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS
ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE:
1.Honorably discharged 2.Released from active duty within the last six years. 3.Pay grades at or below E-5/O-3/W-2 4. Veterans promoted to pay grades of E-6/O-4/W-3 WITHIN 6-MONTHS OF SEPARATION from active duty are eligible.
Qualifications
Detail oriented; excellent organization skills; excellent communication skills; strong computer skills; ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision. Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional and courteous work disposition; ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in handling sensitive information; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
High School Diploma required. Some college level classes preferred but not required. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Knowledge of the legislative process is not required encouraged.
Please do not contact or submit applications to congressional offices.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All evaluations will be conducted by Member Offices and will vary based upon the requirements of each Office.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Candidates will receive an email notification once their application has been received and processed. Candidates will be contacted directly by Member offices if selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Candidates will receive an email notification once their application has been received and processed. Candidates will be contacted directly by Member offices if selected for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
