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Congressman Bruce Westerman is seeking a staff assistant for his Hot Springs office. To apply, please email cover letter and resume to Cody Burkham at AR04Jobs@gmail.com. The position will remain open until filled.

TITLE: Staff Assistant

REPORTS TO: District Director

OFFICE LOCATION: 101 Reserve St. Suite 200 Hot Springs, AR 71901

COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

to answer the telephones,
to greet visitors to the office;
to maintain front office, including office supply management;
to assist staff with data management in relation to special projects;
to assist with Extension of Remarks on behalf of Member;
to assist staff with special projects such as Mobile Offices;
to assist staff with grant coordination;
to manage special projects such as Congressional App Challenge, Congressional Art Challenge; and Senior Letters;
to manage assigned casework; and
to assist with various administrative and legislative duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

self-motivated;
promptness;
attention to detail;
excellent communication skills both verbal and written;
professional telephone manner;
proficiency in word processing;
skilled in typing;
excellent organizational and proofreading skills;
ability to use photocopier, facsimile machine, and other office equipment;
ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others;
availability to work long hours, if necessary.

DUTIES:

answers and screens telephone calls for the Member and other staff members and takes messages;
greets and screens visitors;
assists persons who have appointments with the Member or other staff members.
signs for deliveries and forwards all materials delivered to the office to appropriate staff members in a timely manner;
maintains the office answering machine or voice mail;
ensures that requests for assistance are directed to the appropriate staff member in a timely manner;
writes down visitor opinions, including full name, address, and all relevant information;
logs in mail;
performs general typing and administrative assignments;
work with Casework Services to assist constituents with casework in an efficient timely manner;
sends, receives, and distributes materials via the facsimile machine; and
performs other administrative and legislative duties as assigned.