Scheduler
Office of Congressman Jonathon L. Jackson (Il-01), Washington, District of Columbia, United States
The Office of Congressman Jonathon L. Jackson (Il-01), a member of the House Foreign Affairs and House Agriculture Committee, seeks a highly motivated and experienced Scheduler to join his fast-paced, high-performing Washington, DC office. This is not an entry level position; it is one of the most critical roles in the office.
We are looking for someone who thrives under pressure, takes pride in precision, and brings energy, optimism, and grit to the job every day. The Scheduler will work closely with the Chief of Staff and Senior Staff to ensure all scheduling needs are met and keeps the Member on schedule throughout the day. Successful candidates will develop in-depth knowledge of the district and key stakeholders in order to meet strategic goals and priorities.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive, triage, and respond to all incoming meeting, event, and scheduling requests to manage and execute the Member’s daily and long-term schedule for both DC and the District with precision and urgency
Plan and oversee all travel for the Member end-to-end, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and rapid adjustments as plans change
Communicate key information and scheduling changes to the Member, staff, and affected stakeholders in a timely and efficient manner
Collaborate with the legislative team to ensure the Congressman has all relevant briefing materials for meetings, hearings and DC and District events
Assist the Chief of Staff with office operations and liaising with the Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent's Office, and Tech Partners Program to ensure regular office maintenance/technology assistance as necessary
Track expenses and work with the financial administrator on reconciliations and reimbursements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Able to juggle multiple tasks at once, follows up to close loops, takes ownership of making sure nothing falls through the cracks, has excellent interpersonal skills, is a problem solver and is comfortable working in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work outside regular business hours and manage schedules across multiple time zones
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a high-pressure environment
Strong judgment, communication skills, and follow-through
A proactive mindset: someone who anticipates problems and solves them quickly
Prior congressional and/or scheduling experience required
Campaign and/or political experience preferred
Ties to Illinois (and IL-01 in particular) preferred
Salary : Range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience. The office offers a competitive package of benefits including transit benefits, health insurance, retirement match, student loan repayment program, etc.
The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply : Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and resume in one PDF toIL01Jobs@mail.house.gov with “[Name] – Scheduler” in the subject line.
Deadline : Friday, April 24th. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis.
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We are looking for someone who thrives under pressure, takes pride in precision, and brings energy, optimism, and grit to the job every day. The Scheduler will work closely with the Chief of Staff and Senior Staff to ensure all scheduling needs are met and keeps the Member on schedule throughout the day. Successful candidates will develop in-depth knowledge of the district and key stakeholders in order to meet strategic goals and priorities.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive, triage, and respond to all incoming meeting, event, and scheduling requests to manage and execute the Member’s daily and long-term schedule for both DC and the District with precision and urgency
Plan and oversee all travel for the Member end-to-end, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and rapid adjustments as plans change
Communicate key information and scheduling changes to the Member, staff, and affected stakeholders in a timely and efficient manner
Collaborate with the legislative team to ensure the Congressman has all relevant briefing materials for meetings, hearings and DC and District events
Assist the Chief of Staff with office operations and liaising with the Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent's Office, and Tech Partners Program to ensure regular office maintenance/technology assistance as necessary
Track expenses and work with the financial administrator on reconciliations and reimbursements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Able to juggle multiple tasks at once, follows up to close loops, takes ownership of making sure nothing falls through the cracks, has excellent interpersonal skills, is a problem solver and is comfortable working in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work outside regular business hours and manage schedules across multiple time zones
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a high-pressure environment
Strong judgment, communication skills, and follow-through
A proactive mindset: someone who anticipates problems and solves them quickly
Prior congressional and/or scheduling experience required
Campaign and/or political experience preferred
Ties to Illinois (and IL-01 in particular) preferred
Salary : Range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience. The office offers a competitive package of benefits including transit benefits, health insurance, retirement match, student loan repayment program, etc.
The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply : Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and resume in one PDF toIL01Jobs@mail.house.gov with “[Name] – Scheduler” in the subject line.
Deadline : Friday, April 24th. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis.
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