This is an immediate opening in the office of Comgressman Will Hurd, in San Antonio. Their goal is to fill the position this month.
The opportunity is posted in HireAggies and the following provides more information for recent graduates and former students. Please share as appropriate. Thank you. Paula
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE/CASEWORKER
Position Information
ID 63218
Position Type Full Time
Restrict Applications Yes
Employer Congressman Will Hurd
Contact Daniel Mezza
Position Title FIELD REPRESENTATIVE/CASEWORKER
Position Description Want to work in the political arena in Texas? This opportunity may be what you are seeking.PLEASE SEND RESUME AND EMAIL to Daniel Mezza at dmezza91@hotmail.comSUMMARY:The Field Representative/Caseworker monitors and updates the Member and District Director on district and local issues. This position acts as a liaison to federal, district, and local agencies for the Member and constituents and answers casework correspondence and verbal communications with constituents.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS REQUIRED:Acts as the representative for the Member within his or her area of responsibility including answering casework correspondence, meeting with constituents, verbal communications with constituents, and serving as a liaison with federal, district, and local agencies;Informs the Member and the District Director of all happenings in his or her assigned issue areas by screening district media sources and interacting with constituents;Handles casework assignments;Acts as a liaison to local, state and federal officials and other persons or groups to form effective relationships for the Member;Acts as a liaison to and notifies the appropriate media when the Member will be in the liaison's area and works with the Member's Scheduler and Press Secretary to ensure appropriate media participation;Assesses casework for problems requiring legislative action and makes recommendations to the District Director and Chief of Staff/Administrative Assistant.Monitors scheduled district meetings for the Member with constituents;Screens and refers cases, when appropriate, to other district offices;Trains and supervises Staff Assistants, including interns, to handle office matters such as logging incoming and outgoing correspondence, handling visitors, telephone calls, and computer operations;Logs in all incoming and outgoing mail and incoming telephone calls relating to casework;Prepares periodic reports for the District Director on pending cases and district activities in his or her assigned issue areas;Continually screens active cases and acts as liaison with constituents to ensure that their cases are handled in a responsive manner;Maintains up-to-date files on all cases and categories of information of importance to the office;Meets attendance requirements as established by the office;Maintains a good working relationship with the Member, staff, and constituents;Accepts performance based criticism and direction;Works well under pressure and handles stress;Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends; andEDUCATION (OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE):Experience or training in legislation or equivalent similar experience preferred.
Bachelor's required. Strong academic performance an asset.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:Strong oral and written communication skills;Thorough knowledge of legislative process and of House organization and procedures;Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal agencies and departments;Knowledge of all issues and events in the district in which the Member is involved;Professional telephone manner;Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner.Ability to perform the essential job functions above;Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others;Thoroughness and careful attention to detail;Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of casework responsibilities;Knowledge of office policies, practices, and procedures;Knowledge of office computer applications; andProficiency in word processing.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is mainly performed in an office environment. Noise levels are usually moderate; andAbility to work in a small work station without an expectation of privacy.LOCATION:
San Antonio, Texas office of Congressman Will Hurd of Texas 23rd Congressional DistrictPLEASE SEND RESUME AND EMAIL to Daniel Mezza at dmezza91@hotmail.comResume Receipt E-mail, Accumulate Online
Default email for resumes. dmezza91@hotmail.comPosting Date January 6, 2015
Expiration Date January 27, 2015
Location Location #1
San Antonio
TexasSalary Level TBDSchool Affiliations TAMU
Desired Class Level Former Student (less than 1 year past graduation), Former Student (more than 1 year past graduation)Screening Criteria
Applicant Type Seeking Full-time Employment
Graduation Date (Start) December 01, 2012
Graduation Date (End) December 01, 2014
Degree Level Bachelor
Major All Majors
Work Authorization US Citizen or US National, Permanent US Resident, Political Asylee, Refugee or DACA
The opportunity is posted in HireAggies and the following provides more information for recent graduates and former students. Please share as appropriate. Thank you. Paula
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE/CASEWORKER
Position Information
ID 63218
Position Type Full Time
Restrict Applications Yes
Employer Congressman Will Hurd
Contact Daniel Mezza
Position Title FIELD REPRESENTATIVE/CASEWORKER
Position Description Want to work in the political arena in Texas? This opportunity may be what you are seeking.PLEASE SEND RESUME AND EMAIL to Daniel Mezza at dmezza91@hotmail.comSUMMARY:The Field Representative/Caseworker monitors and updates the Member and District Director on district and local issues. This position acts as a liaison to federal, district, and local agencies for the Member and constituents and answers casework correspondence and verbal communications with constituents.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS REQUIRED:Acts as the representative for the Member within his or her area of responsibility including answering casework correspondence, meeting with constituents, verbal communications with constituents, and serving as a liaison with federal, district, and local agencies;Informs the Member and the District Director of all happenings in his or her assigned issue areas by screening district media sources and interacting with constituents;Handles casework assignments;Acts as a liaison to local, state and federal officials and other persons or groups to form effective relationships for the Member;Acts as a liaison to and notifies the appropriate media when the Member will be in the liaison's area and works with the Member's Scheduler and Press Secretary to ensure appropriate media participation;Assesses casework for problems requiring legislative action and makes recommendations to the District Director and Chief of Staff/Administrative Assistant.Monitors scheduled district meetings for the Member with constituents;Screens and refers cases, when appropriate, to other district offices;Trains and supervises Staff Assistants, including interns, to handle office matters such as logging incoming and outgoing correspondence, handling visitors, telephone calls, and computer operations;Logs in all incoming and outgoing mail and incoming telephone calls relating to casework;Prepares periodic reports for the District Director on pending cases and district activities in his or her assigned issue areas;Continually screens active cases and acts as liaison with constituents to ensure that their cases are handled in a responsive manner;Maintains up-to-date files on all cases and categories of information of importance to the office;Meets attendance requirements as established by the office;Maintains a good working relationship with the Member, staff, and constituents;Accepts performance based criticism and direction;Works well under pressure and handles stress;Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends; andEDUCATION (OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE):Experience or training in legislation or equivalent similar experience preferred.
Bachelor's required. Strong academic performance an asset.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:Strong oral and written communication skills;Thorough knowledge of legislative process and of House organization and procedures;Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal agencies and departments;Knowledge of all issues and events in the district in which the Member is involved;Professional telephone manner;Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner.Ability to perform the essential job functions above;Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others;Thoroughness and careful attention to detail;Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of casework responsibilities;Knowledge of office policies, practices, and procedures;Knowledge of office computer applications; andProficiency in word processing.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is mainly performed in an office environment. Noise levels are usually moderate; andAbility to work in a small work station without an expectation of privacy.LOCATION:
San Antonio, Texas office of Congressman Will Hurd of Texas 23rd Congressional DistrictPLEASE SEND RESUME AND EMAIL to Daniel Mezza at dmezza91@hotmail.comResume Receipt E-mail, Accumulate Online
Default email for resumes. dmezza91@hotmail.comPosting Date January 6, 2015
Expiration Date January 27, 2015
Location Location #1
San Antonio
TexasSalary Level TBDSchool Affiliations TAMU
Desired Class Level Former Student (less than 1 year past graduation), Former Student (more than 1 year past graduation)Screening Criteria
Applicant Type Seeking Full-time Employment
Graduation Date (Start) December 01, 2012
Graduation Date (End) December 01, 2014
Degree Level Bachelor
Major All Majors
Work Authorization US Citizen or US National, Permanent US Resident, Political Asylee, Refugee or DACA