Legislative Coordinator

About the role

The role of Legislative Coordinator serves in the Office of Legislative Affairs. You will be responsible for the management of day-to-day operations, including assisting the Legislative Director with daily tasks and managing the agency’s legislative inquiries database. Your role will be responsible for the coordination of a significant program, serving as a program specialist in the area legislative affairs.

Responsibilities

• Research and compile information on specific aspects of the program such as procedures, needs and policies.
• Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
• Establish, organize, and maintain current and historical files related to the program.
• Aid in the preparation of program reports, develop applications, prepare budget allocations and/or purchasing of consultative services.
• Maintain, monitor, and order program assets.
• Aid the supervisor in the development and planning of overall program and its role in the functioning of the agency.
• Schedule, prepare, and disseminate all program related training materials.

Requirements

• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Specialized knowledge of applicable legislation, guidelines, agency policy and professional standards and practices.
• Ability to research, analyze, and compile specific topics related to program area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate effectively in a group decision-making process.
• Tact in dealing with other agency personnel and the public.
• Specialized knowledge of accounting and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Specialized knowledge of applicable legislation, guidelines, agency policy and professional standards and practices.
• Ability to research, analyze, and compile specific topics related to program area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate effectively in a group decision-making process.
• Tact in dealing with other agency personnel and the public.
• Specialized knowledge of accounting and budgeting.

Benefits

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Cumulative 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

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