Temporary Part Time Legal Research Specialist

City of Bloomington, IN • Bloomington, IN

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About The Position

The City of Bloomington has an exciting job opportunity as a Temporary Part Time Legal Research Specialist. We invite diverse talent to join our team and help advance our mission focusing on economic vitality, attainable housing, public safety, progress partnerships, inclusion, open government, sustainability, transportation, and quality of place. Come join us and be part of shaping the vibrant future of Bloomington, Indiana.

Provides research services, drafting services, constituent services, grant and program services and document preparation and support for public meetings, all in compliance with the Indiana Open Door Law, the Access to Public Records Act, the Bloomington Municipal Code and other relevant laws in support of the Office of Common Council.

This job description is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all job functions performed. The following are essential duties for this position, performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or associate's degree or candidate for such diploma in the field of public policy, government affairs, library sciences, law or English or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of attorney-client privilege.
• Ability to apply multiple laws, policies and best practices simultaneously and to seek guidance when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in a similar position, preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in Zoom Workplace, Onboard, Google, Word and/or similar software, preferred.
• Knowledge or experience of grant-making or project management, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs research regarding laws and policies; searches, collects, analyzes and synthesizes data, information and resources; and makes recommendations to support legislation, initiatives and objectives of Council and individual Councilmembers.
• Drafts, analyzes, and edits legislation, amendments, public meeting agenda, public meeting notices, reports, position letters, press releases, memoranda, and other documents.
• Prepares, distributes and uploads the legislative packet for public meetings of Council and its committees, including agenda, notices, legislation, memoranda and related documents; maintains Council's web page, relevant public calendars and published schedules of public meetings; and posts and publishes public notices and agenda, all in compliance with the Indiana Open Door Law and the Access to Public Records Act.
• Administers the Jack Hopkins Social Services grant program. Responsible for overseeing the application, review/selection, awarding, payment, and tracking/reporting processes for the program. Supports meetings and prepares materials as needed regarding the same. Communicates with grant applicants and answers questions related to the grant criteria and funding cycle. Liaises with the Housing and Neighborhood Development Department to support the program.
• Provides administrative, technical and media support for Council meetings and for Council committees and programs, as needed.
• Maintains office records and assists with the retention and destruction of same in compliance with applicable laws, and assists in reviewing and responding to requests for public records in compliance with the Access to Public Records Act and other laws
• Processes claims and purchase orders; produces financial reports; maintains the office budget; creates the office budget; and collaborates with Council Attorney in tracking objectives, benchmarks and legislative priorities. Maintains office supplies and equipment.
• May perform duties of other department staff as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees