Committee Assistant -Legislative Research Commission (Part-Time)

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Legislative Research Commission is hiring a Committee Assistant for the Agriculture Committee. The role is nonpartisan and requires working neutrally in a politically charged environment. The Legislative Research Commission provides staff support to the Kentucky General Assembly. This is described as a permanent, full-time position with benefits, although the employment listing labels it part-time (more than 100 hours per month) and states 40.0 hours per week. The Committee Assistant supports committee operations by coordinating meeting logistics and materials, assisting committee staff and members, recording committee actions, preparing minutes, maintaining bill logs, and handling routine communications and inquiries. The position works under close supervision and may assist other committees or task forces during legislative sessions or interim periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
No direct experience is needed.
Ability to accomplish tasks with detailed instructions and close supervision.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Windows Office products, or demonstrated ability to learn them.
Knowledge of basic office procedures and ability to follow writing styles.
Knowledge of standard English, including grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to assist other committees and work on other projects.
Ability to meet short deadlines.
Ability to work in a team and willingness to work with other agencies, legislators, and the public.
Ability to perform routine assignments requiring limited independent judgment.
Moderate understanding of general aspects of the job.
Ability to work in a nonpartisan manner with legislators, partisan staff, and co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Limited relevant and business experience and business knowledge, or equivalent academic training, may be preferred.

Responsibilities

Help with committee meeting logistics; prepare and send committee communications and correspondence; coordinate and distribute materials.
Assist committee staff and members before and during committee meetings.
Call roll during meetings and record and report committee actions.
Prepare and timely distribute minutes of committee meetings.
Proofread documents for proper format, accuracy, and style.
Answer routine questions from staff and non-staff about office or committee procedures.
Communicate with a supervisor to learn agency policies and procedures.
Work with other committees or task forces during interim or session when requested.
Answer the telephone, greet guests, and otherwise assist them.
Maintain bill logs and other information during the session and interim.
Attend trainings as needed or directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.