Legislative Analyst II

CGA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The Connecticut General Assembly's Office of Legislative Research is seeking a full-time Legislative Analyst II in Hartford, CT. The position centers on staffing legislative committees, analyzing bills and public acts, and drafting policy research reports to inform lawmakers.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong writing, research, and analytical skills, nonpartisanship, sound judgment, attention to detail, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Qualifications

• BA required; MPA, MPP, JD, or other advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Public policy research experience and knowledge of state government and the legislative process are helpful.
• Applications require cover letter describing how education and experience meet minimum and desired qualifications; cover letters required.

Responsibilities

• Staff legislative committees.
• Analyze bills and public acts.
• Draft policy research reports.
• Prepare written and verbal responses to research questions from legislators and caucus staff.

Skills

Analytical writing

Research skills

Policy analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The Connecticut General Assembly’s nonpartisan Office of Legislative Research seeks a full-time Legislative Analyst II.

Primary responsibilities include staffing legislative committees, analyzing bills and public acts, drafting policy research reports, and preparing written and verbal responses to research questions from legislators and caucus staff. Requires superior writing, research, and analytical skills; nonpartisanship; sound judgment; attention to detail; and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work under pressure and be willing to work extensive overtime during legislative sessions.

BA required; MPA, MPP, JD, or other advanced degree strongly preferred. Public policy research experience and knowledge of state government and the legislative process are helpful. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

Please submit a cover letter and resume describing how your education and experience meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Cover letters should specifically describe your experience conducting policy analysis in a government, private, or non-profit setting. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. Starting salary for Legislative Analyst II $90,756.