Green & Gold Congressional Aide

Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program

This position is limited to veterans, Gold Star family members, and active-duty spouses desiring to serve a two-year paid Congressional Fellowship as part of the House of Representatives. Selected Fellows will work directly for a Member of Congress or other House officer as part of an office team.

This position is available in the following location :

Akron, OH

The duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each 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 liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations;
• Attending local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress; and
• Performing legislative work.

Specific duties for each office will be discussed during the interview process. In order to participate, you must be a veteran, Gold Star family member, or active-duty spouse and meet all the following requirements. No waivers will be granted :

Veterans :

Gold Star Families :

Active-Duty Spouses :

Additional requirements include being detail-oriented, having excellent organization skills, strong computer skills, the ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision, the ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional and courteous work disposition, the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in handling sensitive information, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. A high school diploma is required. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

Required documents :

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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Qualified candidates, please submit the required documents online by following the instructions in this link.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.