District Legislative Aide & Public Liaison

State of Florida; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Office of State Senator Jonathan Martin in Fort Myers, FL is accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide to support administrative and public relations tasks within the Florida Legislature.

The role requires understanding of legislative policies, procedures, and operating practices, with responsibilities including constituent services, research for bills, drafting materials, and coordinating with agencies and local functions.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for the one year of required experience.
• Professional or nonprofessional administrative experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Responsibilities

• Manages district office operations and supervises staff in district functions.
• Serves as a liaison for constituents and inquiries.
• Performs research to support bill drafting and reports.
• Attends local functions and represents the supervisor as needed.
• Prepares and distributes public information materials and press releases.
• Maintains district office files and manages expense accounts.

Skills

Constituent liaison

Research skills

Verbal & written communication

Judgment & discretion

Time management

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree substitute for experience

Administrative experience substitution

Job description

The Office of State Senator Jonathan Martin in Fort Myers, FL is accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide to support administrative and public relations tasks within the Florida Legislature.

The role requires understanding of legislative policies, procedures, and operating practices, with responsibilities including constituent services, research for bills, drafting materials, and coordinating with agencies and local functions.