Legislative Affairs Intern (Program Assistant)- Part-Time HOURLY

State of South Carolina; Cayce (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan benefits for Temporary

Part Time-HOURLY employees

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Public Health is seeking a Policy/Legislative Affairs assistant to help analyze and track legislative and regulatory matters, respond to inquiries, and develop updates for engagement with the General Assembly and stakeholders.

Under the Policy Director, you will support coordination of meetings, deadlines, and information requests, while providing general project and administrative assistance to the Office of Legislative Affairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with relevant program experience; a bachelor's may substitute.
• Three years of bachelor’s study preferred in Political Science or related field.
• Higher learning must be recognized by CHEA; transcripts may be uploaded when applying.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, track, and coordinate legislative and regulatory matters for the Department.
• Respond to constituent and legislative inquiries in a timely manner.
• Develop updates, reports, and written materials supporting engagement with the General Assembly and stakeholders.
• Monitor legislation and regulatory activity, coordinate meetings and deadlines, and assist with inquiries.
• Provide project, operational, and administrative support for the Office of Legislative Affairs; assist with special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma with relevant program experience

Bachelor's degree substitution allowed

Three years of bachelor’s study preferred in Political Science or related field

Job description

Careers at DPH:Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

Under general supervision of the Policy Director, supports the agency’s legislative and government affairs functions by actively assisting with the analysis, tracking, and coordination of legislative and regulatory matters. Plays a key role in managing constituent and legislative inquiries to ensure timely and accurate responses. Contributes to the development of updates, reports, and other written materials that support the Office of Legislative Affairs’ engagement with the General Assembly and other stakeholders.

• Conduct research on legislative, regulatory, and policy matters affecting the Department. Prepare summaries, background materials, legislative updates, and other information to assist staff with review, analysis, and preparation for meetings or discussions.
• Monitor legislation and legislative activity, maintain tracking information, coordinate and schedule legislative meetings, and monitor relevant deadlines. Receive, route, and track legislative and constituent inquiries, assist with bill review and fiscal impact coordination, and attend legislative committee meetings or provide support at the State House as needed.
• Assist with tracking regulations and monitoring applicable regulatory deadlines. Support Office of Legislative Affairs coordination with Department programs and stakeholders involved in the regulatory process.
• Provide project, operational, and administrative support for the Office of Legislative Affairs, including meeting preparation, correspondence, records organization, and information requests. Assist with special projects and other activities supporting the functions of the office.
• Performs other duties as assigned related to the position.

State Minimum Requirements:A high school diploma and relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements:Completed at least three years of a bachelor's degree preferably in Political Science, Government Affairs, Communications, Public Health, Public Policy, or related degree or field.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

EEO:The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers a Retirement Plan benefits forTemporary Part Time-HOURLY Employees positions that includes:

• Retirement benefit choices
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)