Legislative Analyst I - Staff Attorney (Generalist)

North Carolina General Assembly; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work during session

Paid parental leave

Licensing reimbursement

Professional development

Work with legislators

Job summary

The North Carolina General Assembly seeks a Legislative Analyst I - Staff Attorney (Generalist) to draft legislation, analyze laws, and prepare concise summaries for legislators and committees. The position requires developing subject-matter expertise and collaborating with the Fiscal Research Division and committee staff to support the biennial budget process.

An active North Carolina bar is required; the role offers state pay progression, remote work when the legislature is not in session,

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina required.
• Experience drafting legislation and summarizing laws for committees.
• Ability to analyze statutes, rules, and precedents with clarity.

Responsibilities

• Draft proposed legislation, amendments, and budget provisions.
• Analyze laws, rules, and draft materials for legislators and committees.
• Summarize laws and drafts clearly for attorneys and laypersons.
• Prepare background materials and staff committees for presentations.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting legislation

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Policy analysis

Time management under pressure

Education

Active North Carolina bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legislative Analyst I - Staff Attorney (Generalist)

Job Description

***Recruitment Range: $82,400 - $98,000 Annually***

Annual Salary Range: $82,400 - $115,000

The nonpartisan staff attorneys of the Legislative Drafting Division provide drafting services as well as legal and policy analysis for all 170 members of the North Carolina General Assembly. Staff attorneys assist legislators who request bill drafts proposing changes to the State's laws, often on novel or emerging issues. That assistance involves research and analysis of applicable law and related information to ensure the draft accomplishes the legislator's intent. Drafters must write clearly and concisely, often under tight time constraints and while juggling multiple requests. Legislative drafters also work collaboratively in teams with the Fiscal Research Division and the House and Senate appropriations committees to craft the State's multi-billion-dollar biennial budget. During the legislative interim, drafters staff study committees, engage in professional development, and update multiple internal working documents and processes.

The General Assembly offers (i) competitive State salaries with opportunities for incremental promotions and raises due to a structured career progression plan, as well as longevity pay increases for every 36 months of State service with the General Assembly, (ii) remote work opportunities when the legislature is not in session, (iii) paid parental leave, (iv) pay for professional licenses as necessary for employment at the General Assembly, (v) professional development with organizations such as the National Conference of State Legislators and the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government, and (vi) the opportunity to work with legislators and stakeholders from all political parties and across State and local government while gaining firsthand knowledge of the legislative process.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK – Staff Attorney

The individual hired for this position will draft legislation related to various subject areas as needed with the expectation the individual will develop a specialized base of knowledge in those subject areas.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Draft proposed legislation (bills and budget provisions), as well as amendments and proposed committee substitutes.

Analyze laws, administrative rules, draft legislation, and other relevant materials.

Accurately summarize (orally and in writing) laws, administrative rules, and draft legislation in a manner that is understandable to both attorneys and laypersons.

Compile data and conduct legal research and analysis for individual legislators and committees, as directed.

Meet with interest groups and government agencies at the direction of a legislator or committee.

Staff legislative committees, assist with meeting arrangements, and prepare background materials.

Make presentations to legislative committees.

Perform other duties as directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:

Practical knowledge or ability to learn federal, State, and local government organization and functions.

Ability to perform legal research using appropriate methods of approach and source materials and following office procedures and norms.

Ability to prepare opinions and draft legal and legislative documents.

Ability to understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative rules, and legal precedents.

Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments.

Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis.

Ability to work objectively and impartially with members of all political parties and on all policy issues.

Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability and willingness to work independently, with other members of the Division, and as part of a coordinated cross-divisional team.

Ability to function as a conscientious employee with a strong work ethic who pays attention to work product and process details.

Ability to maintain proficiency with relevant software suites such as Office and Word-based drafting application.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

An active license to practice law in North Carolina; offers of employment extended to applicants who do not have an active license to practice law in North Carolina are conditional on passing the Bar exam.

About Us

The North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) is the bicameral legislature of the State of North Carolina, composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The North Carolina Constitution grants the General Assembly authority to make or enact laws; to establish rules and regulations governing the conduct of the citizens, their rights, duties, and procedures; and to determine the consequences of certain actions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government

Job Info

• Job Identification 2261
• Degree Level University, Advanced
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 300 N Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC, 27603, US