Overview
Speechwriter Jobs in Washington, DC at U.S. House of Representatives
Title: Speechwriter
Company: U.S. House of Representatives
Location: Washington, DC
Organization
​U.S. House of Representatives, Leadership Office (Democratic)
Position Title
Speechwriter
Position Type
Full-time, on-site
​Position Location
Washington, D.C.​
Must already be within a commutable distance OR open to relocating without assistance.
Position Description
The House Democratic Leader’s Office seeks an exceptional writer and researcher to support all aspects of a fast-paced communications operation. Job responsibilities include drafting written remarks, talking points, press statements and more. Candidates should have experience writing flawless public-facing remarks and statements for a principal.
Compensation
Commensurate with experience.
How To Apply
The application portal will close on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 or upon receipt of 100 applications, whichever comes first.
Employment Eligibility
The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. All travel-related expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant, to include any relocation expenses. Employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. A qualified applicant must meet one of the following residency requirements within the continental United States for eligibility for a paid position with the U.S. House of Representatives:
Be a U.S. citizen
Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B)
Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible
Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law)
