Legislative Analyst / Attorney

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Florida Legislature is seeking a legislative analyst/attorney to conduct legal research on assigned topics, analyze bills, drafts, amendments, analyses, and provide counsel to legislators and legislative committees.

The role involves maintaining knowledge of transportation infrastructure and related Florida laws, monitoring implementation of legislation, and coordinating committee activities and meetings. A bachelor’s degree and bar standing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Preference for experience with legislative process or related post-graduate degree.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and summarize proposed legislation to determine effectiveness and impact.
• Research and draft legislation and amendments under direction of committee chair and policy chief.
• Monitor committee legislation and assist in planning meetings and materials.
• Brief and advise legislators in writing and verbally on issues for discussion.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Research

Legal analysis

Written communication

Oral communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

The Florida Bar in good standing

Job description

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This position will focus on issues related to critical infrastructure and related services in Florida, including transportation infrastructure and regulations; telecommunications services; and electric, natural gas, water, and sewer utilities. The legislative analyst / attorney conducts research, including legal research, related to assigned topics and issues; analyzes legislation; drafts bills, amendments, analyses of bills, and other documents; and provides counsel and advice to legislators and legislative committees.

FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Pursuant to sections 112.3144 and 112.3145, F.S., this position is required to electronically file a Form 1 – Statement of Financial Interests with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire.

Examples of Work Performed

• Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation to determine its effectiveness and the impact of its passage on the state and other entities and individuals.
• Researches and drafts legislation, and amendments to legislation, at the direction of the committee chairperson, other legislators, or the policy chief.
• Monitors and coordinates the progress of committee legislation through the legislative process.
• Assists in planning committee meetings including agenda, speakers, presentations, and materials.
• Briefs and advises legislators verbally and in writing on issues to be discussed in committee, on the floor, or with constituents.
• Provides counsel and advice to legislators and legislative committees on matters including the development of legislation and legislative programs and the interpretation of state and federal legislation.
• Recommends needed changes to legislation based upon trends in interpretation and application of the law by courts and based on agency and stakeholder comment.
• Performs research concerning the interpretation of state laws and rulesand on other matters in question for legislators and staff and in response to questions from legislators and the public.
• Maintains knowledge of issues related to transportation infrastructure by collecting resource materials, reading industry publications, communicating with industry representatives and agency personnel, and attending workshops and conferences.
• Monitors the implementation of legislation to ascertain that legislative intent is met.
• Reviews agency action pursuant to Chapter 120, the Administrative Procedure Act, to identify instances of the invalid exercise of delegated legislative authority, and monitors Florida and federal court cases and administrative decisions.
• Maintains communications with relevant agency heads, or their assigned deputies, assistants, and agency general counsel.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, research, and organization.
• Ability to comprehend state and federal legislation, laws, and rules.
• Ability to employ reasoning to foresee possible practical or legal problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to take action in situations which lack clear direction.
• Ability to take initiative on independent research projects.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public, press, and stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations.
• Ability to produce quality work under pressure.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and to contribute to the efficient internal functioning of the committee staff.
• Ability to research legal documents and legal references.
• Knowledge of Florida laws, legal procedure, and legal terminology.
• Knowledge of Florida state government and legislative rules and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

For legislative analysts:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Good standing with The Florida Bar.

Preference will be given to applicants with relevant professional experience, including experience with the legislative process, or with a relevant post-graduate degree.

Salary commensurate with experience.

The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.

Office of Administration & Professional Development

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For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.