Legislative Coordinator I

Illinois House of Representatives • Springfield, IL

7d • $49,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Legislative Unit of the Office of the Speaker provides direct, one-on-one legislative support to Democratic members of the Illinois House of Representatives. Successful candidates show a willingness to handle both large and small tasks, demonstrate an ability to thrive in a professional, fast-paced work environment, and can manage a heavy and diverse workload. Each Legislative Coordinator is generally assigned to staff several members of the House of Representatives. The Legislative Coordinator reports directly to a Senior Legislative Coordinator. The position is based in Springfield, Illinois. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work in an unpredictable work environment and the willingness to work long hours, when needed;
• Professional demeanor and the ability to adapt and work with different or difficult personalities;
• A demonstrated interest in state government, politics, and policy, current affairs, public service, or non-profit work, particularly in Democratic politics;
• Computer proficiency;

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with Spanish language skills (both written and oral), especially those who are certified in translation, are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop members’ legislative agendas and work through the bill drafting process in coordination with, Research and Legal Units, and Senior Legislative Coordinators;
• Maintain files on members’ legislation, track bill status, and provide bill preparation (such as talking points);
• Staff legislative committees and ensure members’ attendance for committee meetings to secure the passage of legislation;
• Work within an assigned team to develop district outreach plans, share caucus-wide outreach opportunities, and support the district office in their constituent outreach;
• Maintain members’ Springfield office. Serve as the first point of contact for visitors to the office, schedule and arrange meetings as requested by members, and identify local travel accommodations as needed;
• Coordinate local organization and group visits to Springfield;
• Attend and memorialize meetings for members as needed;
• Provide general administrative support as needed, including receiving, screening, and routing correspondence and telephone calls.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription, behavioral health, and life insurance
• Participation in State Employees' Retirement System
• Optional participation in a health savings account and deferred compensation programs
• Competitive vacation, sick, and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level