LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bureau of Legislative Research is accepting applications for full-time employees to provide temporary legislative proofreading services on site in the Statutory Review Section during the upcoming regular session of the General Assembly. Temporary proofreaders review bills, amendments, and acts of the General Assembly and perform technical edits as assigned. The role involves regular contact and collaboration with reviewing attorneys, editors, and administrative staff. Periodic work outside normal office hours is required, and successful candidates must pass a background check. Compensation is $19 per hour. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter in addition to an application.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, communication, or a related field; related publication or editing work experience plus an associate’s degree may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Excellent knowledge of grammar and punctuation rules.
• Ability to function effectively as part of a team in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Submit a resume and cover letter in addition to an application.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, communication, or a related field plus a minimum of one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Review bills, amendments, and acts of the General Assembly.
• Perform technical edits as assigned.
• Collaborate regularly with reviewing attorneys, editors, and administrative staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time