WOUNDED WARRIOR PROGRAM (aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program)

Company: United States House of Representatives
Location: Janesville
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

The Wounded Warrior Program (akaGreen & Gold Congressional Aide Program) was established to create employment opportunities for veterans within the House of Representatives. These two-year positions provide veterans with experience and exposure to broaden career opportunities. Positions are available in congressional Member District Offices nationwide.

Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements of each Member Office. Said duties may include, but are not limited to: working as a constituent services representative helping local constituents resolve issues with federal agencies; serving as a liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations (VSO); attending local events and meetings on behalf of your Member of Congress; and performing legislative work. SPECIFIC DUTIES FOR EACH MEMBER OFFICE WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS.

Clarification from the agency

YOU MUST BE A VETERAN AND MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

• Honorably discharged;
• Released from active duty within the last six years;
• Pay grades at or below E-5/O-3/W-2;
• Veterans promoted to the pay grades of E-6/O-4/W-3 WITHIN 6-MONTHS OF SEPARATION from active duty are eligible, granted they meet ALL other eligibility requirements.
• Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. NO WAIVERS WILL BE GRANTED.
  Qualifications
  
  Detail oriented; excellent organization skills; excellent communication skills; strong computer skills; ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision. Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional and courteous work disposition; ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in handling sensitive information; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.High School Diploma required. Some college level classes preferred but not required.
  
  Required Documents
  
• Resume
• Most Recent DD 214 (Member 4 copy)

Keywords: United States House of Representatives, Janesville , WOUNDED WARRIOR PROGRAM (aka Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program), Other , Janesville, Wisconsin