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Legislative Clerk PositionNorth Carolina's House of Representatives is seeking a highly qualified professional to work as a Legislative Clerk in a Democratic Legislator's office. Legislative Clerks assist Legislators, also known as Legislative "Members" of the House, in fulfilling their public obligations by providing support services in the areas of administration, communication, research, and public relations. This position requires a high level of organization and accountability as well as the ability to perform independently and maintain composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.This position is a permanent, full-time position. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, when the House of Representatives is in session, evening work may be necessary on Monday through Thursday and occasionally weekend work may be required as the job duties demand, based on the needs of the Representative. This position is under the direct supervision of the Representative and has no direct supervisory responsibilities, unless requested by the Member to assist in the supervision of an Intern.Examples of Duties (The Legislative Clerk will be given a wide range of tasks, projects, and duties, including, but not limited to, the following):Conducting research into various public policy issuesOffice management, email, and calendar managementDrafting correspondence and constituent newsletterCoordinating with other legislators and staff on policy initiatives and legislationCoordinating with state agency liaisons to fulfill constituent requestsOn-boarding, training, and managing InternsCreating and monitoring communication strategies for the RepresentativeIdentifying and monitoring district specific issuesOther items related to the Representative's official dutiesOther tasks assigned by the RepresentativeKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingPractical knowledge of the elements of reference and policy researchProficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, research software, and Adobe Acrobat DCAbility to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basisAbility to work independently, organize and analyze materials, and prioritize tasksAbility to maintain confidentiality and to handle politically sensitive workAbility to work objectively and impartially both with respect to members of both political parties and with respect to issues of stateWillingness and ability to work extended schedulesMinimum Education and Experience Requirements:Required Education and Experience:Undergraduate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreference will be given to those with the following:Outstanding record of academic achievementStrong record of leadership in an academic, professional, and/or extracurricular settingSupplemental and Contact Information:Instructions: To apply for the Legislative Clerk position, please complete the online NC General Assembly application through the NC General Assembly website.Required Supporting Documents:RésuméCover LetterPlease Note the Following:Application must be completed in its entirety, including detailed education and work history.Résumés are not accepted in lieu of the NC General Assembly Application. Incomplete packets will not be considered.Agency Contact Information: North Carolina General Assembly - House of RepresentativesOffice of House of ***Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.***
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raleigh, NC, 27601, US
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