Former Marine Patricia Orsini has been named director of the House’s Wounded Warrior Program. The position was created to facilitate the hiring of 50 veterans to work for House leaders. Employment in the personal offices of members of Congress will continue to be controlled by each member, but Orsini will have hiring power for administrative jobs and support jobs that are under the authority of House leaders or the House Committee on Administration.
Orsini, who retired from the Marine Corps in 2002, is a 24 year veteran of service and former Master Gunnery Sergeant.
“[She] understands the needs of wounded warriors, and understands that many veterans want to continue to serve their country,” said Dan Beard, chief administrative officer for the House of Representatives.
Orsini’s first assignment will be to identify positions that those with disabilities are capable of filling. According to House officials, many of the jobs will begin as part-time work with the potential of becoming full time positions later.
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