Legislative Affairs Intern (Program Assistant)- Part-Time HOURLY

State of South Carolina • Lexington County, SC

22h

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Policy Director, the Legislative Affairs Intern supports the agency’s legislative and government affairs functions by assisting with analysis, tracking, and coordination of legislative and regulatory matters. The role helps manage constituent and legislative inquiries to ensure timely and accurate responses and contributes to updates, reports, and other written materials supporting the Office of Legislative Affairs’ engagement with the General Assembly and other stakeholders.

The position also provides project, operational, and administrative support to the Office of Legislative Affairs, including meeting preparation, correspondence, records organization, information requests, and special projects. Other duties related to the position may be assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and relevant program experience; a bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.
• At least three years of a bachelor's degree completed, preferably in Political Science, Government Affairs, Communications, Public Health, Public Policy, or a related degree or field.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer or delegate.
• Institutions of higher learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
• Applicants indicating college credit or degrees may upload an unofficial transcript; an official, certified transcript or diploma is required before hiring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on legislative, regulatory, and policy matters affecting the Department.
• Prepare summaries, background materials, legislative updates, and other information to assist staff with review, analysis, and meeting or discussion preparation.
• Monitor legislation and legislative activity, maintain tracking information, coordinate and schedule legislative meetings, and monitor relevant deadlines.
• Receive, route, and track legislative and constituent inquiries.
• Assist with bill review and fiscal impact coordination.
• Attend legislative committee meetings or provide support at the State House as needed.
• Assist with tracking regulations and monitoring applicable regulatory deadlines.
• Support coordination with Department programs and stakeholders involved in the regulatory process.
• Provide project, operational, and administrative support, including meeting preparation, correspondence, records organization, and information requests.
• Assist with special projects and other activities supporting the functions of the office.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to the position.

Benefits

• Retirement benefit choices through the State Retirement Plan (SCRS) or State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) for Temporary Part Time-HOURLY employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED