Committee Assistant -Legislative Research Commission (Non-Merit)

About the role

The Legislative Research Commission is seeking a Committee Assistant for the Health Services Committee. This nonpartisan position supports the Kentucky General Assembly by providing staff assistance in a politically neutral environment. The role is a permanent, full-time position with benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with committee meeting logistics, including preparation and distribution of communications and materials.
• Support committee staff and members before and during meetings by calling roll, recording actions, and preparing minutes.
• Proofread documents for accuracy, format, and style.
• Answer routine questions about office or committee procedures from staff and non-staff.
• Communicate with supervisors to learn agency policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other committees or task forces during interim or session as requested.
• Answer telephones, greet guests, and assist visitors.
• Maintain bill logs and other session-related information.
• Attend trainings as directed.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• No direct experience required; limited relevant business experience or equivalent academic training may be preferred.

Skills

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work under close supervision.
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of Windows Office products or demonstrated ability to learn them.
• Knowledge of basic office procedures and writing styles.
• Proficiency in standard English, including grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to meet short deadlines and work in a team environment.
• Willingness to collaborate with other agencies, legislators, and the public.
• Ability to work on routine assignments with limited independent judgment.
• Moderate understanding of general job aspects.
• Ability to work nonpartisanly with legislators, partisan staff, and co-workers.

Benefits

• Health and life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
• Compensatory time awarded hour-for-hour with prior approval.

Schedule

Part-time (more than 100 hours/month), 40 hours per week, eligible for overtime pay.