District Legislative Aide (District 36) Position Available In Leon, Florida

District Legislative Aide (District 36) Florida Legislature – 4.1

Tallahassee, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$39.8K – $51.3K a year 2 days ago Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Writing skills English Mid-level Master’s degree Administrative experience Bachelor’s degree Legislation Full Job Description JOB The Office of State Senator Ileana Garcia (District 36) is now accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide. This is work assisting a Senator with a variety of administrative and public relations matters requiring a thorough understanding of the policies, procedures, and operating practices of the Florida Legislature. This position may involve travel to Tallahassee, unless the candidate hired lives in Tallahassee. Preference will be given to applicants that are bilingual in English and Spanish.

FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

Pursuant to sections 112.3144 and 112.3145, F.S., this position is required to electronically file a Form 1 -Statement of Financial Interests with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Assists in managing a district office and all its functions related to the constituency.

Serves as a liaison for constituents with a focus on communication.

Responds to inquiries by seeking solutions to problems or assisting in the communication with appropriate State agencies.

Performs research to gather and assemble information for drafting of bills, speeches, or special reports and legislative updates.

Assists in maintaining an active constituent listserv.

Attends various local functions and meetings to gather information, or on behalf of the supervisor, as a representative of the staff.

Maintaining supervisor’s calendar and arranging appointments.

Prepares and distributes press releases, press advisories and other public information data.

Assists in maintenance of district office files including selection of newspaper articles and other source materials for files.

Formulates replies to correspondence in draft or final form depending on the complexity of the issue.

Advises supervisor of issues and projects in the district that require involvement in order to better serve the district. Reviews all correspondence, reports, and legislative proposals for accuracy and quality of content.

May perform extensive background research on a bill or appropriation request in working it through the committee process.

Manages the office’s digital communications technology.

Prepares basic financial reports detailing office expenses.

Assists with the expense reimbursement process.

Performs other related duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A

bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience.

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for the one year of required experience.

Professional or non-professional administrative experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Preferred QualificationsPreference will be given to applicants with a background in the political and legislative process and in communications. Strong writing skills are helpful.

Due to the high concentration of Spanish-speaking constituents served by this district, fluency in Spanish is preferred. SalarySalary commensurate with experienceThe Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.

Application DeadlineOpen until filledAccommodation for DisabilityIf an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803.