Congressional Aide

3 weeks ago

Lake Orion, Michigan, United States Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program Full time
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The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program (G&G CAP) is a unique opportunity for Veterans, Gold Star families, and Active-Duty spouses to gain valuable experience and exposure in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Constituent Services Representative
  • Helping local constituents resolve issues with federal agencies
  • Serving as liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations
  • Attending local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress
  • Performing legislative work
Eligibility Requirements
  • Veterans: Honorably discharged, released from active duty within the last six years, pay grades at or below E-5/O-3/W-2
  • Gold Star Families: Surviving spouse, child/step-child, parent/step-parent, or sibling/step-sibling of a veteran who died in the line of duty or from a service-connected disability
  • Active-Duty Spouses: Spouse of an Active-Duty service member
Requirements
  • Detail-oriented
  • Excellent organization skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision
Required Documents
  • Veterans: Resume and DD-214 (Member COPY 4)
  • Gold Star Families: Resume and one of the following: DD-1300 or DD-2064, accompanied by a Line of Duty Determination; or Last DD-214 issued to the veteran, and VA eligibility letter; or Proof of dependency on the Veteran: DD-1172 (PAGE 2); or Proof of relationship (obituary, birth certificate, etc...) to the Veteran
  • Active-Duty Spouses: Resume and a copy of the FRONT and BACK of Dependent ID card
Program Details

These are two-year, paid, full-time employment opportunities. Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each office. SPECIFIC DUTIES FOR EACH OFFICE WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS.

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