Top 99 Legislative assistant Jobs in Arlington Va

Legislative Assistant - Rep. Greg Stanton
U.S. Representative Greg Stanton —Washington, DC
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Legislative Assistant
United States Senate —Washington, DC
- Mid-level
- Office
- Communication skills
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Legislative Assistant Defense
Greenberg Traurig —Washington, DC
- $27.99 - $35.34 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Legislative Assistant Transportation
Greenberg Traurig —Washington, DC
- $27.99 - $35.34 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Legislative Assistant – Native American Affairs
Holland & Knight LLP —Washington, DC
- $70,000 - $82,500 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Legislative Assistant (Housing and Transportation)
United States Senate —Washington, DC
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Office
- Senior level
Program Assistant for Peacebuilding
FCNL —Washington, DC
- $24.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Commuter assistance
- Relocation assistance
3d
Public Policy Assistant (Part-time/Temporary)
MANATT, PHELPS & PHILLIPS LLP —Washington, DC
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
9h
Administrative Assistant
RWD Consulting —Washington, DC
- $75,000 - $84,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Congressional Affairs and Communications Assistant
United States Senate —Washington, DC
- Office
- Entry level
5d
Temporary Research Assistant, Economic Dignity Lab
Georgetown University —Washington, DC
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Special Assistant, Corporate and External Affairs Group
Clark Construction Group —McLean, VA
- $45,000 - $110,000 a year
- Extended hours
- 5 years
- English
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
1d
Program Assistant, Making Health Care Affordable
The Commonwealth Fund —Washington, DC
- $57,456 - $71,820 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Office
12d
Legislative Affairs Specialist
Koniag Government Services —Arlington, VA
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Development Assistant
Bipartisan Policy Center —Washington, DC
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
14d
Program Analyst/Executive Assistant
Organizational Development Resource Group —Arlington, VA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
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Executive Assistant
Hadrian Automation —Washington, DC
- $125,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Time management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Government Relations Specialist
US Office of the Inspector General, USPS —Arlington, VA
- $143,913 - $187,093 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
12d
Assistant PAC Compliance Manager
PAC OUTSOURCING LLC —Alexandria, VA
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Development Assistant
Washington Humane Society —Washington, DC
- $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Legislative Assistant - Rep. Greg Stanton

U.S. Representative Greg Stanton
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $75,000 a year

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Loan assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Legislative analysis
Issue advocacy
Stakeholder engagement
Teamwork
Constituent services
Legislative impact assessment
Political risk assessment
Community outreach
Attention to detail
Social media advocacy
Organizational skills
Community relationship building
Executive briefings
Policy briefs
Legislative negotiation
Legislative affairs
Stakeholder relationship building
Stakeholder management
Legislative public policy analysis

Full Job Description

**Deadline extended to July 6, 2026**

Background

The Office of U.S. Representative Greg Stanton seeks a Legislative Assistant for the Washington, D.C. office. The Legislative Assistant will manage a substantive policy portfolio that includes trade, labor, and small business, while supporting the Congressman’s broader legislative priorities.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer and policy thinker who can move comfortably between research, stakeholder engagement, legislative strategy, constituent needs, and public-facing communications. The position requires sound judgment, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to work in a fast-moving congressional office.

Core Responsibilities

Legislative & Policy Portfolio Management

Lead and execute the Congressman’s legislative priorities within assigned issue areas, including trade, labor, and small business
Draft legislative memos, talking points, constituent responses, briefing materials, and other written products
Work with staff to develop and advance legislation
Track policy developments, legislation, and committee activity relevant to assigned portfolio

Stakeholder Engagement & External Relations

Meet with constituents, advocacy organizations, industry representatives, and other stakeholders to inform policy development
Build and maintain relationships with key partners
Identify strategic opportunities through stakeholder engagement and coalition building
Support the office’s Constituent Advisory Council program by providing legislative updates and support to assigned councils
Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders on assigned issue areas

Legislative Strategy & Office Coordination

Work closely with senior staff to support legislative strategy
Coordinate with the Public Advocacy team to identify constituent needs and translate them into policy priorities
Collaborate across teams to align legislative work, constituent services, and communications

Communications & Message Development

Work with the Communications, Creative, and Public Engagement teams to highlight legislative priorities and successes
Contribute policy content for press, digital, and public messaging
Ensure consistency between legislative work and external communications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills
Strong judgment and ability to handle sensitive information
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
Demonstrated interest in public service

Preferred Qualifications

Prior Capitol Hill experience
Experience handling trade, labor, small business, or related economic policy issues
Experience engaging with stakeholders or supporting legislative efforts
Experience drafting legislative memos, briefing materials, talking points, constituent correspondence, or similar written products

Working Conditions

Based in the Washington, D.C. office
Requires extended hours as needed to support the legislative schedule or breaking news events

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary of $60,000 to $70,000, paid monthly and commensurate with experience
Eligibility for quarterly performance-based bonuses of up to $5,000, subject to office policy and performance evaluations

Leave & Time Off

Paid annual leave
Paid sick leave
Paid family and medical leave
Federal holidays observed

Benefits

Health insurance through FEHB or DC Health Link, with the House covering a share of premiums
Supplemental dental and vision coverage through FEDVIP
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
Life insurance options
Thrift Savings Plan with employer matching
Federal Employees Retirement System
Commuter benefits or parking
Eligibility for federal student loan repayment assistance
Eligibility for tuition assistance and professional development support

How to Apply

Deadline: Monday, July 6, 2026

Applications must be submitted through Indeed. Applications submitted through other means will generally not be considered, and drop-ins are not accepted. Applicants may contact the office through the Indeed portal to confirm receipt of their application but should not call to request status updates. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process may contact the office through the Indeed portal to request assistance.

Application Materials

Applicants will be asked to upload the following as a single document, in order:

Professional resume, not to exceed one page
Cover letter, not to exceed one page
Two writing samples, not to exceed six total pages

Writing samples should reflect the applicant’s own work and may be drawn from prior professional experience or prepared specifically for this application. Samples may be redacted as appropriate.

Applicants are encouraged to submit:

One policy, legislative, or briefing sample that demonstrates the ability to synthesize complex information and provide clear analysis or recommendations
One formal or public-facing writing sample, such as a Dear Colleague letter, agency correspondence, remarks, talking points, constituent response, op-ed, press-related material, or comparable professional writing

Application Prompts

Applicants will also be asked to answer two written prompts as part of the initial evaluation process:

Briefly describe your experience using AI or other technology tools to support research, drafting, organization, or workflow. How do you use those tools responsibly while maintaining accuracy and judgment? 200 words or fewer.
Describe one legislative or policy issue in trade, labor, small business, or another area relevant to this role that you believe Congress should be paying closer attention to. Why does it matter, and what should a congressional office consider when working on it? 250 words or fewer.

Timeline

Applicants selected to advance should expect initial virtual interviews to begin after the application deadline, with in-person interviews in Washington, D.C., to follow shortly thereafter. The interview process may include multiple rounds and may include in-person writing assessments or other evaluations relevant to the position. Timelines are subject to change based on office needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Office of Congressman Greg Stanton is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Briefly describe your experience using AI or other technology tools to support research, drafting, organization, or workflow. How do you use those tools responsibly while maintaining accuracy and judgment? 200 words or fewer.
Describe one legislative or policy issue in trade, labor, small business, or another area relevant to this role that you believe Congress should be paying closer attention to. Why does it matter, and what should a congressional office consider when working on it? 250 words or fewer.

Work Location: In person

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legislative assistant jobs in arlington va

Legislative Assistant - Rep. Greg Stanton

Legislative Assistant

Legislative Assistant Defense

Legislative Assistant Transportation

Legislative Assistant – Native American Affairs

Legislative Assistant (Housing and Transportation)

Program Assistant for Peacebuilding

Public Policy Assistant (Part-time/Temporary)

Administrative Assistant

Congressional Affairs and Communications Assistant

Temporary Research Assistant, Economic Dignity Lab

Special Assistant, Corporate and External Affairs Group

Program Assistant, Making Health Care Affordable

Legislative Affairs Specialist

Development Assistant

Program Analyst/Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Government Relations Specialist

Assistant PAC Compliance Manager

Development Assistant

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