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Job Overview
The Office of Congresswoman Plaskett is seeking a Caseworker/Field Representative to join our small but awesome team! The ideal candidate will have a background in constituent services, social work, experience working with constituents who have needs from the government with the ability to maneuver around to get things done, attending community events and meetings and organizing town hall meetings for the member to meet constituents and meeting with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the concerns of the constituents are transmitted to the member and that the member’s priorities are communicated to the public.
Responsibilities
Assist constituents with problems and concerns
Provide casework intake, support and resolution
Work with staff on casework and outreach efforts
Represent member at meetings, events, appearances with local groups, businesses, civic organizations and agencies
Monitor activities, concerns, issues, and opinions in the district
Brief member about events and issues
Plans and executes community outreach projects and events
Provides logistical support for district events, meetings
Staff member at events and appearances
Drive/travel throughout the district
Willingness to travel for field visits as needed
Provide administrative assistance
Other duties and responsibilities as needed
Applicant Knowledge and Prior Experience
Knowledge of jurisdiction (state, region and district)
Knowledge of state, local and national government agencies
Knowledge of congressional and local practices and operations
Event planning
Social work
Applicant Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong crisis management and conflict resolution skills
Manage multiple tasks and projects
Exceptional organizational skills/problem solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and be discreet and tactful
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility to adapt to changing situations
Applicant Characteristics
Flexibility
Motivated
Strong work ethics
Friendly, outgoing
Patience
Energetic
Outgoing
Assertive
Mature
Sense of Humor
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.84 - $28.84 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:

• Frederiksted, VI 00840: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person