Green & Gold Congressional Aide

House of Representatives • Yorktown, VA

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About The Position

The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program provides two-year, paid, full-time Congressional Fellowship employment opportunities for eligible Veterans, Gold Star family members, and Active-Duty spouses within the U.S. House of Representatives. Fellows work directly for a Member of Congress or another House officer as part of an office team. Assignments may be with Members, Committees, or House Officers, and may be based in Washington, DC, or in a Member district office. Duties vary according to the needs of each office, and specific duties are discussed during the interview process.

Candidates must belong to one of the eligible groups and meet the applicable program criteria. Veterans must have been honorably discharged, have left active duty within the last six years, and meet the stated pay-grade limits; those receiving a 20-year or TERA retirement are ineligible. Gold Star eligibility applies to specified surviving family members of a Veteran who died in the line of duty or from a service-connected disability. Active-Duty spouses must be married to an Active-Duty service member; spouses subject to Title X mobilization are ineligible.

The position requires a high school diploma and strong organizational, computer, communication, and time-management skills, along with professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information. Applicants must submit the supporting documents specified for their eligibility category. Candidates should be committed to improving federal government efficiency, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the U.S. Constitution.

Requirements

• Must be a Veteran, Gold Star family member, or Active-Duty spouse and meet the applicable eligibility requirements; no waivers will be granted.
• Veterans must have been honorably discharged and released from active duty within the last six years.
• Veterans must have held a pay grade at or below E-5/O-3/W-2. Veterans promoted to E-6/O-4/W-3 within six months of separation may be eligible if they meet all other requirements.
• Veterans receiving a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA) retirement are not eligible.
• Gold Star applicants must be a surviving spouse, child or step-child, parent or step-parent, or sibling or step-sibling of a Veteran who died in the line of duty while serving in the Armed Forces or from a service-connected disability.
• Active-Duty spouses must be the spouse of an Active-Duty service member. Spouses subject to Title X mobilization are not eligible.
• High school diploma required.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and strong computer skills.
• Ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional and courteous disposition.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Submit the required supporting documents for the applicable eligibility category: Veterans must provide a resume and DD-214 Member Copy 4; Gold Star applicants must provide a resume and applicable casualty, relationship, and dependency documentation; Active-Duty spouses must provide a resume and copies of the front and back of their Dependent ID card.

Responsibilities

• Work as a constituent services representative.
• Help local constituents resolve issues with federal agencies.
• Serve as a liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations.
• Attend local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress.
• Perform legislative work.
• Complete office-specific duties as discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific benefit eligibility and offerings depend on the position and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED