Assembly Legislative Assistant

State of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

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About The Position

Duties include, but are not limited to: Office Administration Manage the Representative's calendar and schedule; Manage all incoming correspondence and communications in a timely manner (mail, email, calls, voicemail); Manage office interns, including recruiting, hiring, and training. Constituent Relations Provide exceptional constituent services (respond to constituent inquiries, assist constituents with state agencies, casework); Manage and maintain constituent database, office website, and all social media accounts; Conduct proactive constituent outreach, including in-district roundtables/event planning and outreach to advocacy groups; Prepare and send mass mailings, print and electronic newsletters, and other communications. Legislative Research Monitor, research, and analyze legislation and committee activity; Provide legislative recommendations to the Representative; Lead development of innovative legislation, including researching proposals and conducting stakeholder outreach.

Nice To Haves

Motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize simultaneous projects and duties
Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and understanding of discretion, attention to detail, and the long hours needed to staff the Representative effectively
Experience in government, politics, advocacy, and/organizing is preferred, not required
Unwavering commitment to progressive Democratic priorities, values, and policies

Responsibilities

Manage the Representative's calendar and schedule
Manage all incoming correspondence and communications in a timely manner (mail, email, calls, voicemail)
Manage office interns, including recruiting, hiring, and training
Provide exceptional constituent services (respond to constituent inquiries, assist constituents with state agencies, casework)
Manage and maintain constituent database, office website, and all social media accounts
Conduct proactive constituent outreach, including in-district roundtables/event planning and outreach to advocacy groups
Prepare and send mass mailings, print and electronic newsletters, and other communications
Monitor, research, and analyze legislation and committee activity
Provide legislative recommendations to the Representative
Lead development of innovative legislation, including researching proposals and conducting stakeholder outreach