Legislative Aide

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Support elected officials by researching issues, managing constituent communications, and driving the legislative process forward

$35,000 – $85,00020% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels

Staff Assistant → Legislative Aide → Legislative Director → Chief of Staff

$85k

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20%

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Legislative Aides support elected officials at local, state, and federal levels by researching policy issues, drafting legislation, managing constituent relations, and coordinating the daily operations of a legislative office. They are the behind-the-scenes engines that make representative democracy work. Industry Demand: moderate — consistent demand across 535 Congressional offices, 7,383 state legislators, and thousands of local elected officials

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✓Front-row seat to the democratic process and lawmaking

✓Build a powerful network in government and policy circles

✓Springboard to careers in lobbying, policy, campaigns, and elected office

✓Work on the most important issues affecting your community

✓Fast-paced, dynamic environment unlike any other profession

💰 Salary Range

Entry

$35K

Senior

$85K

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