Company name
National Conference Of State Legislatures
Location
Highlands Ranch, CO, United States
Employment Type
Full-Time
Posted on
Aug 27, 2022
Profile
Posted: Aug. 26 2022
| Application Deadline:
Sept. 23, 2022
Title
Bill Analyst
Texas Legislative Council
Austin
STARTING SALARY
: $3,200/month
Who We Are
The Texas Legislative Council is an independent nonpartisan legislative support agency that serves as a source of impartial research and information. The bill analyst position is a sessional position within the research division of the council
that runs through the end of August 2023 with the possibility of regular employment thereafter. Duties include drafting legislative analyses, including bill analyses and senate and house amendment analyses, as well as performing statutory research. The council allows for hybrid remote work in certain circumstances.
Who You Are
We are looking for candidates who have a working knowledge of the legislative process and the structure and functions of state government. Successful candidates will also have an ability to work under deadline pressure and adapt to a change of pace in workload.
What You'll Do
Primary responsibilities for this position include: Drafting analyses of proposed legislation for house committees.
Drafting senate and house amendment analyses.
Undertaking activities to increase knowledge and understanding of assigned subject areas, including by monitoring legislation and legislative activity.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications for this position include: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Skill in the use of word processing and other relevant software applications.
Ability to work overtime and irregular hours as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Additional Compensation
Vacation balance paid out for those with 6 months of continuous state service.
Compensatory time balance paid out upon completion of working through May 31, 2023.
Medical Insurance paid for full-time employees.
Benefits
Optional benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance available. 8 hours sick leave per month.
8 hours vacation leave per month.
Compensatory time earned for any hours worked beyond regularly scheduled hours.
Council employees receive free garage parking in the downtown area, and we are in walking distance of many different bus routes and other public transportation options.
To Apply
To be considered, an applicant must submit a cover letter and a completed State of Texas Application for Employment (available on the council's website: https://tlc.texas.gov/employment
Submit requested documentation by:
Email
TLCCareers@tlc.texas.gov
(preferred method)
Fax
(512) 936-1064
Mail
Human Resources Office
Texas Legislative Council
P.O. Box 12128, Capitol Station
Austin, Texas 78711-2128
As a condition of employment, legal proof of authorization to work in the U.S. must be provided.
Requests for accommodation and/or services in the application process should be made to the above-cited contact.
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