Legislative Assistant

Legislative Assistant Position in the Office of State Representative Angelito Tenorio

State Representative Angelito Tenorio (D-West Allis) is seeking qualified applicants for the Legislative Assistant position in his office in Madison, WI. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and energetic individual with strong verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate is someone who is willing to work and learn.

This position will provide support in office administration, constituent relations, and legislative research. This is a full-time, in-person position based in the Wisconsin State Capitol with occasional travel to the 14th Assembly District.

Applications are due December 15, 2025

This position is available to start January 15, 2025

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Office Administration

• Manage the Representative’s calendar and schedule;
• Manage all incoming correspondence and communications in a timely manner (mail, email, calls, voicemail); 
• Manage office interns, including recruiting, hiring, and training.

Constituent Relations

• Provide exceptional constituent services (respond to constituent inquiries, assist constituents with state agencies, casework); 
• Manage and maintain constituent database, office website, and all social media accounts;
• Conduct proactive constituent outreach, including in-district roundtables/event planning and outreach to advocacy groups;
• Prepare and send mass mailings, print and electronic newsletters, and other communications.

Legislative Research

• Monitor, research, and analyze legislation and committee activity;
• Provide legislative recommendations to the Representative;
• Lead development of innovative legislation, including researching proposals and conducting stakeholder outreach.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize simultaneous projects and duties;
• Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills;
• Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and understanding of discretion, attention to detail, and the long hours needed to staff the Representative effectively;
• Experience in government, politics, advocacy, and/organizing is preferred, not required;
• Unwavering commitment to progressive Democratic priorities, values, and policies.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $44,113 to $67,245 per year, depending on experience and education. In addition, this position receives the same fringe benefits available to other State of Wisconsin employees. For more information related to benefits, please see: https://legis.wisconsin.gov/lhro/benefits/

How to Apply:

• To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of three references to rep.tenorio@legis.wisconsin.gov. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The deadline to apply is December 15, 2025.