Legislative Specialist

Dykema•,

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Dykema Gossett PLLC is seeking a Legislative Specialist for its Washington, DC office. The position supports the firm’s federal government relations practice, which develops and implements clients’ federal public policy agendas. The firm represents clients including local governments, nonprofit groups, and Fortune 500 corporations. The Legislative Specialist provides Government Policy Advisors with legislative and agency research, writing, and communications support. The role researches government activity, tracks legislation and related developments in assigned issue areas, monitors Congress and its committees, and prepares client-facing materials such as background reports, memos, and slide decks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Thorough understanding of the legislative process and knowledge of Congressional organization and procedures.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong command of grammar.
Attention to detail, accuracy, thoroughness, and consistent production of quality work.
Ability to prioritize work to meet scheduled deadlines while handling multiple assignments and competing priorities.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in formulating and recommending policy items for the team.
Ability to work effectively in a busy, dynamic, and collaborative work environment.
Forward-thinking approach, openness to new ideas, and willingness to try new techniques and processes, including using AI to improve efficiency.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a law firm, governmental agency, or professional services industry.

Responsibilities

Support Government Policy Advisors with legislative and agency research, writing, and communications.
Conduct government research using online resources, attend meetings and hearings, and secure written testimony and other records.
Track legislation and other developments in assigned issue areas and keep Government Policy Advisors apprised of the Congressional floor calendar, committee work, and related activities.
Draft background reports, memos, and slide decks to assist Government Policy Advisors with client deliverables.
Monitor and analyze legislative developments in committees and on the House and Senate floors to keep the government policy team informed of actions and events.