Field Representative (CA)

Field Representative (CA)

The Office of Senator-elect Adam Schiff is seeking an energetic and community-oriented Field Representative based in the Fresno, Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco office, and under the direction of the State Director, Deputy State Director or Regional Director. The Field Representative will act as a liaison between constituent groups, local elected officials and Senator-elect Schiff, in addition to initiating community outreach and policy projects.  The Field Representative will draft letters of support and respond to in-person, written and telephone inquiries from constituents, as well as make legislative and ceremonial presentations on behalf of Senator-elect Schiff. The Field Representative will be expected to assist with all office responsibilities and administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to: CaliforniaSenateJobs@gmail.com. In the e-mail subject line include your name, the position you are applying for, and the office location. Please no drop ins, calls or emails.

Responsibilities

The Field Representative will act as a liaison between constituent groups, local elected officials and Senator-elect Schiff, in addition to initiating community outreach and policy projects.  The Field Representative will draft letters of support and respond to in-person, written and telephone inquiries from constituents, as well as make legislative and ceremonial presentations on behalf of Senator-elect Schiff. The Field Representative will be expected to assist with all office responsibilities and administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s Degree or at least 2-3 years experience in a legislative office or other equivalent environment is required
  • Strong public speaking skills
  • Flexible schedule; the ability to attend early morning, evening and weekend events
  • Knowledge of the concerns and issues specific to the office of interest
  • The ability to handle difficult situations with courtesy, tact and compassion
  • Strong writing skills
  • Problem solving abilities
  • The ability to exercise a high degree of initiative
  • The ability to work independently and use good judgment
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Multi-language skills a plus

Location:

Fresno, Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco office (CA)

Salary:

This is a full-time in-person position, with significant travel expected.  Salary is commensurate with experience, with a starting salary of $60,000.  This position is eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment and all Senate employee benefits. Senator-elect Schiff’s office is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, LGBTQ+ and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. The office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, gender identity and expression, marital status, parental status, or sexual orientation.

Send resume and cover letter to: CaliforniaSenateJobs@gmail.com. In the e-mail subject line include your name, the position you are applying for, and the office location. Please no drop ins, calls or emails.

Equal Opportunity Policy
Schiff for Senate is an equal employment opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of an individual’s protected characteristic, including without limitation, an individual’s race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, military veteran status, family status, or any other trait protected by federal, state, or local laws.  Schiff for Senate’s equal employment opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, such as hiring, promotion and demotion, discharge, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training opportunities. Schiff for Senate does not tolerate harassment or discrimination in the workplace based upon any of the foregoing protected characteristics. In the event an employee or applicant believes that any of these policies may have been violated, he or she should promptly report the incident to a supervisor or the organization’s equal employment opportunity officer.