Green & Gold Congressional Aide

📍 Louisville, Kentucky · 🏛 House of Representatives · 💰 $56,000–$68,000 per year · 🎓 HS HS3–HS5 · 🧭 Miscellaneous Administration And Program (0301) · ⏳ Closes Dec 31, 2026 · 50 days left · 🗓 Posted May 21, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencyHouse of Representatives
DepartmentLegislative Branch
LocationLouisville, Kentucky
Salary$56,000–$68,000 per year
GradeHS HS3–HS5
ScheduleFull-time
Occupation seriesMiscellaneous Administration And Program (0301)
Openings1
Hiring pathsVeterans
PostedMay 21, 2026
Application deadlineDec 31, 2026
Telework eligibleNo
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceNot Required
Relocation expenses reimbursedNo
Promotion potentialHS5
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About this job

This position is limited to Veterans, Gold Star family members and Active-duty spouses desiring to serve a two-year paid Congressional Fellowship as part of the House of Representatives. Selected Fellows will work directly for a Member of Congress or other House officer as part of an office team.

Duties

The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program (G&G CAP) was established to create employment opportunities for Veterans, Gold Star families, and Active-Duty spouses within the U.S. House of Representatives. These positions provide Aides with the experience and exposure necessary to broaden their career opportunities. G&G CAP Aides may be assigned to Members, Committees, or House Officers and will serve in Washington, DC or Member district offices across the country. These are two-year, paid, full-time employment opportunities. Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each 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 liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations; Attending local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress; and Performing legislative work. SPECIFIC DUTIES FOR EACH OFFICE WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS. IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE YOU MUST BE A VETERAN, GOLD STAR FAMILY MEMBER, OR ACTIVE-DUTY SPOUSE AND MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS. NO WAIVERS WILL BE GRANTED: Veterans: 1. Honorably discharged; 2. Released from active duty within the last six years; 3. 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 may be eligible if they meet ALL other requirements. 4. Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. Gold Star Families: A surviving spouse, child/step-child, parent/step-parent, or sibling/step-sibling of a veteran who died: In the line of duty while serving in the Armed Forces; or from a service-connected disability. Active-Duty Spouses: Must be the spouse of an Active-Duty service member. Active-Duty service members work for the military full-time and are subject to permanent change of station or permanent change of assignment orders upon completion of each tour of duty. Those subject to Title X mobilization are not eligible

Qualifications

Additional Requirements Detail oriented; excellent organization 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. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Required Documents VETERANS must submit a Resume and DD-214 (Member COPY 4) GOLD STAR applicants require a Resume and one of the following: **For members who died on active duty: DD-1300 or DD-2064, accompanied by a Line of Duty Determination; OR **For members who died of service-connected disability: Last DD-214 issued to the veteran, and VA eligibility letter. **Proof of dependency on the Veteran: DD-1172 (PAGE 2); OR **Proof of relationship (obituary, birth certificate, etc...) to the Veteran. ACTIVE-DUTY SPOUSES must submit a Resume and a copy of the FRONT and BACK of Dependent ID card Please do not contact or submit applications to congressional offices.

Evaluations

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications.

How to apply

Qualified candidates, please submit the required documents online by following the instructions in this link.

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Required documents

Veteran: 1. Resume 2. DD-214 member copy 4 Gold Star family: 1. Resume 2. Veterans who died on active duty: DD 1300 or DD 2064 accompanied by a Line of Duty Determination; OR Veterans who died of service-connected disability: Last DD 214 issued to the veteran and VA eligibility letter. 3. Proof of dependency (DD 1172 or equivalent) to the veteran; OR Proof of relationship (obituary, birth certificate, etc...) with the veteran. Active-Duty Spouses 1. Resume 2. DD-1172 (dependent ID card) front and back.

What to expect next

Candidates will receive an email notification once their application has been received and processed. Candidates will be contacted directly by member offices if selected for an interview.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Green & Gold Congressional Aide job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $56,000–$68,000 per year (HS HS3–HS5).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Dec 31, 2026 — 50 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Louisville, Kentucky with the House of Representatives.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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