Top 84 Legislative assistant Jobs in District Of Columbia

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
Kennel and Canine Care Technician
U.S. Capitol Police —Washington, DC
- $60,710 - $83,325 a year
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Driving
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Media Assistant
Planned Parenthood PPFA —Washington, DC
- $65,000 - $68,000 a year
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- English
6d
Media Assistant
Planned Parenthood Federation of America —Washington, DC
- $65,000 - $68,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- English
6d
Public Policy Assistant (Part-time/Temporary)
MANATT, PHELPS & PHILLIPS LLP —Washington, DC
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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
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
Temporary Research Assistant, Economic Dignity Lab
Georgetown University —Washington, DC
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPATCHER
U.S. Capitol Police —Washington, DC
- $69,653 - $95,528 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Travel
Counsel Liaison (Repost)
Prince George's County, MD Government —Upper Marlboro, MD
- $100,000 - $135,717 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
3d
Writer/Researcher (Temporary: 2 positions)
AFL-CIO —Washington, DC
- $78,941.20 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
Bipartisan Policy Center —Washington, DC
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Research
- Office
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
Assistant Professor
University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $70,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- University
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
Assistant Coordinator for Administrative Operations
University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $50,000 - $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
2d
Communication Program Manager for Arts and Culture
SEIU (Service Employees International Union) —Washington, DC
- $97,548.96 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Assistant Director Organizing Capacity Program
SEIU (Service Employees International Union) —Washington, DC
- $135,609.02 a year
- Extended hours
- Remote
- Classroom
- Spanish
- 7 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Executive Secretary- Administrative Assistant
Kymber Consulting Group —Alexandria, VA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Senior Research Analyst
Institute for Justice —Arlington, VA
- $120,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Assistant Director/Director of Education Policy
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget —Washington, DC
- $110,000 - $160,000 a year
- Email
- 7 years
- Office
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Legislative Assistant Transportation

Greenberg Traurig -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$27.99 - $35.34 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Government Law & Policy Team as a Legislative Assistant supporting our located in our Washington, D.C. office.

We are seeking a skilled professional with 2-3 years of federal policy experience and a desire to develop deeper expertise in transportation, infrastructure, and technology issues. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated, team-driven work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing solutions. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Washington, D.C. office, on an in-office basis.

Position Summary

The Transportation Legislative Assistant will provide essential research, administrative, and scheduling support to a fast-paced and busy team and will play an active role in supporting client advocacy efforts before Congress and federal agencies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining strict confidentiality. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed . Schedule hours: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.

Key Responsibilities

The Legislative Assistant will play a key role in supporting team members and clients through a variety of tasks, including:

Conduct in-depth research on legislative issues, bills, and policy proposals, including synthesizing complex statutory and regulatory developments into clear, actionable analysis.
Track the progress of legislation, committee hearings, and other activities, providing updates, summaries, and detailed memos.
Assist in the development and implementation of advocacy strategies to achieve legislative policy goals, including identifying relevant stakeholders, monitoring engagement opportunities, and supporting outreach efforts.
Contribute to the preparation of practice group deliverables, including legislative forecasts, end-of-session summaries, policy briefings, and other written materials for internal and external audiences.
Maintain and update internal legislative tracking systems and client-related information, including distribution lists and contact databases used to support client communications and reporting.
Manage client action items and deliverables to assist the team to meet client deadlines.
Coordinate and schedule internal/external meetings, prepare meeting materials, and draft agendas. Participate in meetings to take notes, track action items, and support team and client objectives.
Assist in managing client relationships and organizing client-focused events, meetings, and fundraisers.
Coordinate business development initiatives with the marketing department.
Coordinate production of other written materials for the Transportation team.
Assist with special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize workload.
Strong ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter with a forward-thinking, action-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client service mindset and positive attitude.
Collaborative team player with flexibility to work overtime on a regular basis.

Education & Prior Experience

Minimum 2 years of professional experience, including on Capitol Hill or within the federal government. Experience on transportation policy and regulatory issues preferred.
Knowledge of the legislative process and relevant lobbying resources.
Ability to monitor and succinctly summarize Congressional committee hearings.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Technology

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) are required and familiarity with legislative research tools and AI-enabled research.

The expected pay range for this position is:

$27.99 to $35.34 per hour

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.

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