Legislative Committee Analyst -Legislative Research Commission
About The Position
The Legislative Research Commission is hiring a nonpartisan Committee Analyst for the Appropriations and Revenue Committee. The role supports the Kentucky General Assembly and requires neutrality in a politically charged environment. A Juris Doctor is preferred; relevant policy or committee subject matter experience may substitute for education requirements if deemed appropriate. The analyst drafts legislation, reviews statutes and administrative regulations, researches and analyzes issues within the committee’s jurisdiction, and communicates information to legislators, staff, and others. The role also supports committee meetings, task forces, research projects, and LRC publications. It is a permanent, full-time position in Frankfort, Kentucky, requiring limited travel. Benefits include health and life insurance, a retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick days, and compensatory time with prior approval.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under general direction and seek assistance as needed.
- Ability to handle issues of limited scope and complexity while consistently exercising independent judgment.
- Analytical and research skills.
- Willingness to assist other committees and research issues outside the committee’s jurisdiction.
- Ability to understand the legislative process, bill-drafting application, and/or statutory committee processes as applicable.
- Ability to meet short deadlines.
- Ability to work in a team environment and with other agencies, legislators, and the public.
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of Windows Office products, or demonstrated ability to learn them.
- Ability to work in a nonpartisan manner and avoid partisan activities or activities that may be perceived as partisan.
- No direct experience is needed.
Nice To Haves
- Juris Doctor.
- Policy or committee subject matter experience may substitute for education requirements if deemed appropriate.
- Subject matter knowledge in finance, accounting, budgeting, or taxation.
Responsibilities
- Draft legislation and provide statutory committee reviews.
- Review administrative regulations.
- Communicate information in a detailed and concise manner to legislators, staff, and non-staff as requested.
- Research and analyze issues related to the committee’s jurisdiction.
- Communicate with the Committee Staff Administrator and other committee staff about assignments.
- Serve on multidisciplinary task forces and research projects.
- Help arrange committee meetings and provide assistance at meetings.
- Work with other LRC staff on related and applicable LRC publications.
- Learn agency policies and procedures and attend training as needed or directed.
- Travel on a limited basis for committee meetings, meetings with legislators, and other appropriate occasions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Vacation days
- Sick days
- Compensatory time awarded hour-for-hour with prior approval
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
