Summary:
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) seeks a Special Assistant/Scheduler to serve on the Commission’s staff.
MedPAC is a small, nonpartisan legislative branch agency that provides independent policy and technical advice to the U.S. Congress on issues affecting the Medicare program.
The candidate chosen for the position will work closely with the Assistant Director and other executive staff to schedule and coordinate all internal and external meetings, assist in communicating the Commission’s findings to Congressional staff, produce a weekly newsletter for MedPAC staff, review and distribute relevant press articles, and conduct health policy research on select topics.
Desired skills:
A successful candidate for this position must have strong oral and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to navigate frequent changes in work priorities and scheduling.
Specific qualifications include the ability to:
- Coordinate calendar events across various internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist with logistics of public meetings.
- Prioritize multiple tasks in a timely and complete manner.
- Anticipate and resolve problems.
- Coherently and concisely communicate research findings in writing.
- Exercise good judgment, tact, and discretion in handling sensitive communications.
Education and experience:
Candidates should be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program with expected graduation by June 2025 in a discipline such political science, public policy, public health, journalism, or communications. Candidates with more experience may be considered for their fitness to perform the duties described.
The ideal candidate will be available to start work in the summer of 2025 and commit to the position for at least two years.
Work location and schedule
This is a full-time position based in downtown Washington, DC. Interested applicants should be available to work in the office three days per week with flexibility to attend other in-person events as needed. MedPAC staff have flexibility for telework twice per week, and other times as needed.
Salary and benefits
Salaries at MedPAC are competitive with those at other organizations. The salary for this position reflects the duties described above. MedPAC offers excellent benefits and a collegial, collaborative, respectful work environment.
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and contact information for three references to sajobposting@medpac.gov.
The writing sample should demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate analysis of a policy issue.
References will not be contacted without prior approval from the applicant.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
To ensure consideration, apply by May 12, 2025.