This position is limited to Veterans, Gold Star family members and Active-duty spouses desiring to serve a two-year paid Congressional Fellowship as part of the House of Representatives. Selected Fellows will work directly for a Member of Congress or other House officer as part of an office team.

Duties

The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program (G&G CAP) was established to create employment opportunities for Veterans, Gold Star families, and Active-Duty spouses within the U.S. House of Representatives. These positions provide Aides with the experience and exposure necessary to broaden their career opportunities. G&G CAP Aides may be assigned to Members, Committees, or House Officers and will serve in Washington, DC or Member district offices across the country. These are two-year, paid, full-time employment opportunities. Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each office. Said duties may include but are not limited to:

Requirements

• Conditions of employment follow U.S. House of Representatives guidelines

Qualifications

Additional Requirements Detail oriented; excellent organization 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.  Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary.Required DocumentsVETERANS must submit a Resume and DD-214 (Member COPY 4)GOLD STAR applicants require a Resume and one of the following:**For members who died on active duty: DD-1300 or DD-2064, accompanied by a Line of Duty Determination; OR**For members who died of service-connected disability: Last DD-214 issued to the veteran, and VA eligibility letter.**Proof of dependency on the Veteran: DD-1172 (PAGE 2); OR**Proof of relationship (obituary, birth certificate, etc…) to the Veteran.ACTIVE-DUTY SPOUSES must submit a Resume and a copy of the FRONT and BACK of Dependent ID cardPlease do not contact or submit applications to congressional offices.

Contacts

• Address CAO 441 2nd St WASHINGTON, DC 20515
• Name: Green & Gold CAP
• Phone: 202-226-1965