US Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D) Looking for Veteran With Disability For Her Portland Office.

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,265)

US Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D) announced today that she is looking for a veteran to fill a key role in her Portland office.  Pingree’s office was selected to be part of the  Congressional Wounded Warrior Program, which provides two-year, paid, full-time scholarships for veterans who have served at some point since 9/11 and have a minimum 30% service-connected disability.  Pingree says the veteran will be responsible for constituent services and outreach to the veteran community.

“This is a great opportunity for a veteran to become an important part of our office,” Pingree said.  “I know whoever we bring on board through the Wounded Warrior Program will be a huge asset to our office and to the community.  This new staff person will be helping their fellow veterans here in Maine navigate the VA and other government agencies and will help me stay in touch with veterans groups and issues around the state.  I’m honored that the Wounded Warriors program has chosen to award our office this fellowship. ” said Pingree in a press release from  her office.

All applications are processed through the Chief Administrator of the US House of Representatives and interested veterans should visit www.cao.house.gov for more information.   Please submit a resume, a copy of the last DD214 issued (page 4) and a letter fromthe VA indicating a 30% or greater rating (not necessary if medically retired) to: housewoundedwarriors@mail.house.gov.