Description

Delegate Charniele Herring (HD-4), Majority Leader of the Virginia House of Delegates, is seeking a full-time Legislative & Outreach Assistant. This position is primarily a legislative and campaign position; however, the successful candidate will also operate within the scope of the larger team with opportunities to staff the Leader and support communications, policy, and political operations.

The position will require irregular hours, working evenings and weekends as needed. The position will be based in Northern Virginia with relocation to Richmond, VA for the 2026 Legislative Session. Some in-state and out-of-state travel will be required. Virginia residency required for the position.

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist staff with office administrative and legislative responsibilities
• Intake and resolve constituent casework and constituent response program
• Take meetings with stakeholders and advocates
• Monitor committee meetings and track priority legislation
• Staff the Leader at community and campaign events in and outside the district as needed
• Coordinate the social media accounts of the Leader as well as other communication efforts
• Engage and build relationships in the local community
• Engage in outreach activities in district
• Assisting with the legislative newsletter to constituents
• Assist Finance Director with donor research and cultivation
• Other departmental duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred experience of at least one Virginia legislative session or campaign cycle, but not required
• Experience with Microsoft & Google Office Suites
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be a self-starter; willing to sometimes work long, irregular hours and to travel as needed
• Superior project management skills—multitasking is essential—with a demonstrated-outcomes orientation and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000 annually depending on experience. A stipend towards marketplace health insurance and a partial cell phone reimbursement are also provided.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to info@charnieleherring.com with “YOUR NAME - Legislative and Outreach Assistant Application” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.