Legislative Analyst

City of Leander•Leander, TX

13h

About The Position

The Legislative Analyst works under the supervision of the Assistant City Manager, with moderate latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The role establishes and maintains relationships with officials from local, state, and federal governments and agencies. Under the Assistant City Manager’s direction, the analyst reviews legislation affecting the City of Leander and plans related strategic legislative activities. The position supports the City’s legislative program through policy and process development, legislative and regulatory analysis, monitoring government relations activity, and coordination with City departments, officials, external agencies, and the public. The analyst also serves as the City Manager’s Office grants liaison and attends legislative sessions, meetings, conferences, and other events as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year college or university in Public or Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
Four or more years of experience managing legislative projects and initiatives for a local, state, or federal entity.
Valid Texas Class C driver’s license or equivalent from any U.S. state.
Considerable knowledge of legislative analysis and the Texas Legislature and legislative process.
Considerable knowledge of administrative methods and practices.
Knowledge of local government operations, policies, and procedures.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships with Council members, staff, and the public.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
Ability to work through frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Ability to communicate courteously and diplomatically with employees and the public.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
Skill in using computers and related software, including Microsoft Office Excel and PowerPoint.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to plan strategically and develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, elected officials, boards, commissions, government officials, stakeholders, and community members.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Satisfactory results from pre-employment criminal history background and driving record checks.
Compliance with Selective Service registration requirements for male U.S. citizens and immigrants ages 18–25.

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with City Administration and local, state, and federal elected officials.
Master’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year college or university in Public or Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
Experience working with the Texas State Legislature in a similar role.

Responsibilities

Develop policies, procedures, guidelines, standards, templates, and tools for the legislative program.
Ensure legislative program activities align with advocacy initiatives, strategic priorities, and city management directives.
Coordinate, compile, review, and synthesize impact analyses, regulatory and legislative analyses, and input from outside resources.
Monitor political news, developments, debates, news conferences, press releases, campaigns, platforms, statements, and other government relations activity related to public policy issues.
Respond to and assist with inquiries from City Council members and City Administration.
Assist with the development and implementation of Mayor and City Council program initiatives as needed.
Serve as grants liaison for the City Manager’s Office with City departments and external agencies.
Respond to members of the public seeking information or assistance.
Coordinate with City departments on a wide range of issues and develop collaborative relationships.
Attend evening and weekend meetings, special events, and other activities as needed.
Attend City Council meetings, board and commission meetings, and meetings of other area governing bodies as needed.
Participate in regional, state, and national conferences as needed.
Act as a point of contact for other agencies and coordinate responses to requests.
Attend Texas Legislature sessions to engage with legislators and their staff about legislation that could affect the City of Leander.
Track and summarize important legislation, hearings, and committee activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.