Assistant Legislative Editor: Bills & Amendments

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onsite wellness

Paid leave

Holidays

Onsite daycare

Parking

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

The Legislative Affairs Agency, Division of Legal and Research Services, seeks an Assistant Legal Editor to edit bills, amendments, and resolutions, review drafts for accuracy and clarity, and guide bill production staff. The role requires political neutrality and confidentiality.

This full-time, 10-month position involves applying the Alaska Manual of Legislative Drafting standards, training staff, and organizing electronic filing, with collaboration across sections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English or an equivalent combination with three years of related experience.
• Strong editing, proofreading, and formatting skills following the Alaska Manual of Legislative Drafting.
• Ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Edit bills, amendments, and resolutions drafted by legislative attorneys.
• Review drafts for grammar, accuracy, clarity, organization, and statutory fit.
• Train, supervise, and provide guidance to bill production staff.
• Organize and file documents electronically and manage workflow.
• Ensure proper enrollment of legislation and update related manuals.

Skills

Legislative procedure

English grammar

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Editing and proofreading

Time management

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

Bachelor's degree in another field + 3 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Job description

The Legislative Affairs Agency, Division of Legal and Research Services, seeks an Assistant Legal Editor to edit bills, amendments, and resolutions, review drafts for accuracy and clarity, and guide bill production staff. The role requires political neutrality and confidentiality.

This full-time, 10-month position involves applying the Alaska Manual of Legislative Drafting standards, training staff, and organizing electronic filing, with collaboration across sections.