This is a great *real DC* article about the difficulty of finding a job after an election as a chief. We highly recommend reading the entire thing, but here’s a taste:

Chiefs of staff, in particular, can have a harder time transitioning to another Hill job. Entry-level positions such as staff assistant or legislative correspondent abound on the Hill, and policy staffers can find a position that matches their area of expertise. But chiefs are jacks-of-all trades, and their jobs rely on a strong connection with their bosses. Once that member is gone, it can be hard to find another match.

Read the rest over at Hill Navigator via Roll Call.

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