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STAFF ASSISTANT (BURLINGTON OFFICE)
OFFICE of CONGRESSWOMAN BALINT


SUMMARY
The Office of Congresswoman Balint seeks an organized, detail-oriented teammate to serve as staff assistant in the Burlington, Vermont office. Applicants should be eager to work in a fast-paced office, have excellent communication skills, have a strong team ethos, desire to be a part of a learning culture, and be able to anticipate problems and offer solutions. Vermont ties a plus. Ideal start date March 16th, 2026.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing the front office, answering the telephone, assisting constituents with requests for information and inquiries with federal agencies (casework) via telephone and email, handling logistics for in-office events, running the intern program, and assisting with various administrative duties as needed.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Manages the telephone and voicemail system, answering calls and logging messages for the Congresswoman and staff in a timely manner.
  • Welcomes visitors to the office and handles logistics for in-office events.
  • Manages the Congressional Internship Program in the District Office, including hiring and supervising two interns during three periods in the year (spring, fall, and summer).
  • Manages the Congresswoman’s correspondence.
  • Performs constituent casework (inquiries to a federal agency or referrals to local or state resources) as needed.
  • Manages office mail, faxes, and shipping.
  • Orders all office supplies and maintains office equipment, coordinating with DC office as needed.
  • Manages United States Service Academy applications and nominations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


PREFERRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Ability to be self-motivated and flexible while handling multiple tasks
  • Excellent communication skills and a desire to help Vermonters
  • Professional & compassionate telephone manner and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others and be a creative contributor to a small, resourceful team.
  • Knowledge of federal agencies, Vermont state government, and other resources preferred
  • Accepts performance-based feedback
  • Excellent organizational and proofreading skills
  • Knowledge of and/or willingness to learn information-processing and constituent management software platforms.
  • Willingness to staff the Congresswoman at locations around Vermont as needed.
  • Ability to acknowledge and cope with stress, including seeking support when needed.
  • Appreciation for humor, joy, and gratitude

EDUCATION (OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE):

  • An undergraduate degree and/or relevant experience in a comparable office environment is preferred.


Vermont ties are a plus. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Please send a resume, cover letter, and 2-3 references to balintresumes118@gmail.com with the subject line “First name Last name – VT Staff Assistant.” Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until Friday, March 6th. The salary for this position is $48,000 annually. Competitive benefits include professional development opportunities, health, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation days and sick time, student loan repayment, and retirement savings.