LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas’s Bureau of Legislative Research seeks a temporary on-site Legislative Proofreader to support the upcoming General Assembly session. You will review bills, amendments and acts, performing precise edits under tight deadlines.

A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field is required, with experience in publication or editing; associate degree plus relevant experience may be considered. This is a full-time temp role with strong attention to grammar and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field required.
• Excellent grammar and punctuation skills essential.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven team environment.
• Experience in publication or editing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review bills, amendments, and acts for technical accuracy.
• Perform precise edits and collaborate with attorneys and editors.
• Work on-site during the General Assembly session.

Skills

Grammar knowledge

Punctuation rules

Team player

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's in English

Bachelor's in journalism

Bachelor's in communication

Associate degree acceptable

Experience in publication/editing

Job description

Anticipated Starting Salary: $19/hour

Temporary Legislative Proofreader

Summary

The Bureau of Legislative Research is accepting applications for full-time employees for temporary legislative proofreading services on site in the Statutory Review Section during the upcoming regular session of the General Assembly.

Typical Functions

Legislative temporary proofreaders work on site and assist in reviewing bills, amendments, and acts of the General Assembly and perform technical edits as assigned. Regular contact and collaboration with reviewing attorneys, editors, and administrative staff is required.

Special Job Dimensions

Periodic work outside of normal office hours is required. Successful candidates must pass a background check.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, communication, or a related field is required. Related work experience in publication or editing plus an associate’s degree may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must possess excellent knowledge of grammar and punctuation rules and be able to function effectively as part of a team in a deadline-driven environment. Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, communication, or a related field plus a minimum of one year of related experience is preferred.

Compensation

Compensation for the position is $19/hour.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter in addition to an application.