Representative Susan Davis (D-CA-53)

Representative Dave Reichert (R-WA-08)

Representative Susan Davis (D-CA-53)

While many congressional offices adopt the standard House of Representatives' employee handbook, the office of Representative Susan Davis (D-CA-53) has gone well beyond that model laying out their personnel and office policies in a clear and friendly manner. To ensure complete understanding, the office brings in the internal House experts to explain benefits to staff. The semiannual performance reviews include an evaluation of each staff member's supervisor and peers. The positive workplace environment is enhanced by an emphasis on professional development; two staff shifts that enable the office to be open longer while allowing employees to balance their work and non-work schedules; and constant sharing of work reports and constituent communications among the staff to foster collaboration and inclusiveness.

Representative Dave Reichert (R-WA-08)

Representative Dave Reichert (R-WA-08) actively solicits opinions and ideas from his staff, fostering loyalty and a desire to work at their highest potential. Four of his employees have worked for him almost his entire tenure in Congress; the Chief of Staff has been with him for 25 years, dating back to his days in law enforcement. The office ensures expectations for staff are clear, as well as how staff members should carry out their duties using thorough, but easily understood, manuals. The 200+ page "8th District Guide" lists names and contact information for government offices at every level; Chambers of Congress and other business organizations by city; community and service groups; and all schools, hospitals, and first responders in the district. This extremely useful document gives staff vital information they need to excel in their positions and to represent the district at the highest level. Posters around the office serve as a reminder of the four core values  – Leadership, Integrity, Service, and Teamwork - that employees should incorporate into constituent service.