Research Attorney Legislative Service Bureau Research Services Division Lansing MI

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Posted: Feb. 16, 2022

| Application Deadline:

5 p.m., March 3, 2022

Title

Research Attorney

Legislative Service Bureau

Research Services Division

Lansing

Minimum Salary: $65,713 Annually, Range Kon Legislative Council 10-1-21 Salary Schedule

General Description of Dutites

This employee gathers, synthesizes and analyzes legal and technical information to provide high-quality, unbiased research to state legislators and legislative staff. Communicates findings in writing and orally to support public policy development and bill drafting. Provides legal review of division products. Drafts policy resolutions for state legislators. Completes assignments independently with a moderate amount of supervision.

The LSB Research Services Division provides nonpartisan analysis, information and research services to members of the Michigan Legislature as requested related to bill drafting and other legislative areas.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.

Membership in good standing in the State Bar of Michigan.

Some legal writing and research experience.

Familiarity with the legislative process, state government operations and Michigan statutes.

Excellent writing and research skills required, including knowledge of legal research resources.

Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills required, including the ability to work with diverse personalities.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Must be willing and able to work overtime and irregular hours as required.

To Apply

Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan's NEOGOV system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michiqan

. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m., Thursday, March 3, 2022.

Applicants must include the following three items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:

Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.

Resume.

Copy of college and law school transcripts.

Current Legislative Council employees who wish to apply should contact the LSB Human Resources Office at HumanResources@legislature.mi.gov

or call 517-373-9643.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

The Legislative Council is a nonpartisan legislative information and service agency. This is an unclassified, non-civil service position in state government. All Legislative Council employees are considered at-will, except for LSB Printing Division union members. Employees are required to be nonpartisan.

The Legislative Council accepts resumes and applications for employment only for current position vacancies. The Legislative Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michigan law prohibits discrimination based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, arrest record, or handicap. If an accommodation is needed during the application process, contact the LSB Human Resources Office.

For questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at 517-373-9643.

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