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This position is limited to disabled veterans desiring to serve a two-year paid Congressional Fellowship as part of the House of Representatives Wounded Warrior Program. Selected Fellows will work directly for a Member of Congress as part of their office staff. Fellowships are located in either a Congressional District office or in Washington, D.C.
Learn more about this agency03/24/2017 to 11/27/2017
$35,000 - $50,000 per year
HS 02 - 05
Occasional travel - Varies by location but generally limited.
No
Permanent - 2 Years
Full-time - Paid Fellowship
05
No
WW-008-17
466442900
Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements of each Member 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 a liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations (VSO); attending local events and meetings on behalf of your Member of Congress; and performing legislative work. Specific duties for each Member office will be discussed during the interview process.
Excellent communication and organizational skills. Recent experience with and understanding of the U.S. Military and Department of Veterans’ Affairs structure, procedures, and policies. Service-oriented, positive attitude, and strong teamwork ability.”
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Evaluation will be given to the highest qualified candidates.
For information concerning the CAO’s collection of personal information, please see http://cao.house.gov/privacy. Interested veterans should visit www.cao.house.gov for more information. Please submit a resume, a copy of the last DD214 issued and a letter from the VA indicating a 30% or greater rating (not necessary if medically retired) to housewoundedwarriors@mail.house.gov. Do not send resumes directly to congressional offices.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Please submit a resume, a copy of the last DD214 issued (member 4) and a letter from the VA indicating a 30% or greater rating (not necessary if medically retired) to housewoundedwarriors@mail.house.gov. Please do not provide a list of your disabilities. Additionally, please submit required documentation as separate attachments that are legible. Please indicate which locations you would like to be considered for within the body of your email.
Candidates will be contacted if selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/466442900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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