Field Representative (2 positions)

Written by: Vicki Cosgrove on Mar 29, 2006 4:49 PM EST

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Field Representative (2 positions)
Congresswoman Jane Harman- District Office

The Office of Congresswoman Jane Harman is seeking two strategic, proactive, and community-oriented individuals for the position of Field Representative.

One position will be based in the El Segundo district office, and the other
in the Wilmington district office. Each will serve as liaisons to
government agencies, businesses, and local community groups.

Essential Duties:

· Attend meetings of local government and community groups, speak on behalf of the Congresswoman, and report back with recommendations for action
on issues of importance to the district.
· Responsible for tracking district priorities as identified by the
Congresswoman, recommending strategies for achieving those priorities, and executing a district plan.
· Identify, plan, and coordinate events for the Congresswoman's
district trips, including advancing the event site and writing event memorandums, talking points, and preparing background information.
· Maintain an awareness and involvement in district affairs and
issues, reporting to the Congresswoman as appropriate.
· Contribute to a strategic weekly report, with updates on the
progress of priority district issues.
· Other related work as assigned.

Knowledge of/ Ability to:

· Familiarity with communities within the 36th Congressional
District, including the South Bay and Beach Cities, Los Angeles Harbor Area, and Venice, Mar Vista, and West L.A. preferred.
· Establish and maintain cooperative relationships/ verbally
communicate effectively with constituent groups, elected officials, government agencies, and business leaders.
· Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred for the Wilmington position.
· Strong written communication skills; ability to research and draft
memorandums, reports, and talking points.
· Access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
Experience with Microsoft Word and standard Internet browsers strongly preferred.
· Some event planning experience desirable.
· Work night and/or weekend hours as necessary to attend meetings, staff the Congresswoman, or perform other essential duties.
· Work independently in the absence of supervision.
· Understand and carry out directions, and take the initiative.

Send, fax, or e-mail cover letter, resume, and writing sample by April 7,
2006 to:

Chad Molnar
Deputy District Director
2321 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 3270
El Segundo, CA 90245
_chad.molnar@mail.house.gov_ (mailto:chad.molnar@mail.house.gov)
310-643-6445 Fax

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