Drafting Support Specialist I

Minnesota Senate; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Senate in Saint Paul seeks a Drafting Support Specialist I to assist Senate Counsel, Research, and Fiscal Analysis with drafting documents, summaries, and memos for legislative purposes.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year writing or editing experience, strong proofreading and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word; some hours may require irregular timing during the session and hybrid options outside session.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED/equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience writing or editing in a professional setting, legal work, drafting bill summaries and amendments, or proofreading bill drafts, amendments, engrossments, summaries, memos, or other documents.
• Nonpartisan background required.
• Proofreading, editing, grammar, and spelling skills are essential.
• Strong oral and written communications skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and ability to learn specialized software systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a range of documents including bill drafts, amendments, memos, and bill summaries for the office of Senate Counsel, Research, and Fiscal Analysis.
• Proofread assigned bill drafts, amendments, engrossments, summaries, memos, or other documents for accuracy.
• Provide administrative, clerical, and technical support to maintain office functionality.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Strong written and oral communication

Microsoft Word

Education

High School diploma/GED/equivalent

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

The office of Senate Counsel, Research, and Fiscal Analysis (SCRFA) is accepting applications to fill a role of Drafting Support Specialist I.

SCRFA is a nonpartisan office that provides objective legal, policy, research, and fiscal analysis services to Senators and Senate committees. SCRFA serves all Senators regardless of party and does not advocate for or against legislation or policy positions. In this nonpartisan position, the successful candidate will be expected to remain free from political party affiliation, bias, or designation for the duration of the appointment. The credibility and reputation of this office, and the trust placed in it by Senators and staff, depend on maintaining its nonpartisan status.

The Minnesota Senate prohibits discrimination and harassment and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Minnesota Senate is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace for our employees.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers.

Salary: Salary range for this position is $50,299.92 - $84,188.16 with salary level within this range commensurate with experience.

Days of Work/Hours: Monday-Friday/8am-5pm. This position requires long and irregular hours and the ability to meet tight deadlines during the legislative session (typically January through May), including evening and weekend work. Additional paid time off will be available.

Telework: This position works on-site in the Minnesota Senate Building and Minnesota Capitol during the legislative session. When the legislature is not in session, flexible hybrid options may be available.

Appointment Type: Full-time/Permanent

Department: Senate Counsel, Research, and Fiscal Analysis

Reports to: Drafting Support Specialist Supervisor

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate pool is determined. Resumes will be reviewed starting November 20, 2026.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Drafting Support Specialist to Senate Counsel Attorneys, Research Analysts, and Fiscal Analysts to prepare legislative documents, draft summaries, prepare memos, and complete other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare a range of documents including bill drafts, amendments, memos, and bill summaries for the office of Senate Counsel, Research, and Fiscal Analysis.
• Proofread assigned bill drafts, amendments, engrossments, summaries, memos, or other documents for accuracy.
• Provide administrative, clerical, and technical support to the office of Senate Counsel, Research, and Fiscal Analysis to maintain office functionality.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly identifies your knowledge/ability in the areas listed below:

• A High School diploma/GED/equivalent AND One (1) year of experience writing or editing in a professional setting, legal work, drafting bill summaries and amendments, or proofreading bill drafts, amendments, engrossments, summaries, memos, or other documents.
• A nonpartisan background.
• Proofreading, editing, grammar, and spelling skills.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and ability to learn specialized software systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the legislative process.
• Ability to balance conflicting demands.
• Ability to learn and follow legislative terminology and proceedings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to produce very accurate work under time pressure and long hours.
• Previous legislative experience and knowledge of the Revisor of Statutes bill drafting system.

An Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer