Job opening: GOLD STAR FAMILY PROGRAM (aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program)
Salary: $45 000 - 59 000 per year
Published at: Oct 05 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
This position is limited to Gold Star Family members desiring to serve as a paid Congressional Aide for two-years in the U.S. House of Representatives Gold Star Family Program (aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program). Selected candidates will work directly for a Member of Congress as part of their office staff. Positions are located in Congressional District Offices around the country.
Duties
Summary
The Gold Star Family Program
(aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program) was established to create
employment opportunities for families of our fallen within the House of
Representatives. These two-year positions provide Gold Star Families with
experience and exposure to broaden career opportunities. Positions
are available in congressional Member District Offices nationwide.
Requirements
- ALL CANDIDATES MUST be a child/step-child, spouse, parent or sibling of a veteran who:
1. died in the line of duty while serving in the Armed Forces; or
2. died of a service-connected disability within four-years of their last discharge date.
Qualifications
Detail oriented;
excellent organization skills; excellent communication skills; strong computer
skills; ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal
supervision. Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional
and courteous work disposition; ability to exercise discretion and independent
judgment in handling sensitive information; ability to manage multiple tasks
simultaneously. High School Diploma required. Some college level classes
preferred but not required. Effective verbal and written communication
skills are necessary. Knowledge of the legislative process is not required but
is encouraged.Please do not contact or submit applications to congressional
offices.
Contacts
- Address CAO
441 2nd St
Washington, DC 20515
- Name: GOLD STAR FAMILY PROGRAM (aka Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program)
- Phone: 202-226-1965
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