Legislative Analyst - Information Technology Policy

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida House of Representatives seeks a technical expert to act as a committee analyst, researching and evaluating technology-related policy issues and preparing staff analyses, reports, legislation, and amendments. The role supports staff directors and committee members, and responds to inquiries with clear, objective analyses.

Ideal candidates will bring a mix of technical, legal, or policy expertise and a public service mindset.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal research methodologies and legislative drafting principles.
• Knowledge of information technology and related areas, including cybersecurity and data management.
• Knowledge of Florida state government, legislative rules and procedures.
• Ability to communicate technical and policy subjects clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Ability to conduct thorough, well-documented research within deadlines.
• Ability to organize data for presentation in reports and documents.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation, evaluating effectiveness and impact.
• Researches and drafts legislation and amendments.
• Monitors implementation of legislation to assess compliance and issues.
• Conceives and conducts research projects and prepares reports with findings and recommendations for legislative action.
• Briefs legislators verbally and in writing on issues for committee, floor, or constituents.
• Assists in planning committee meetings and coordinating speakers and materials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Legal research

Policy analysis

Data management

Communication skills

Public speaking

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree substitute

Doctorate substitute

Job description

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This is work functioning as a technical expert for a committee of the Florida House of Representatives. Under the direction of the staff director and committee members, the legislative analyst researches and evaluates technology-related policy issues; prepares staff analyses, reports, legislation, and amendments; responds to inquiries; and develops correspondence.

The position requires the ability to understand complex technical subject matter, evaluate its policy implications, and develop clear, and objective analyses to inform legislative decision-making. Ideal candidates will bring a combination of technical, legal, or policy expertise and an interest in public service. Candidates may include technical professionals interested in applying their expertise to government and public policy; attorneys with technical education or experience, or an interest in technology law and regulation; and policy professionals with experience researching and evaluating technology-related issues.

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, evaluating its effectiveness and potential impact on state government, other entities, and individuals.
• Researches and drafts legislation and amendments.
• Monitors the implementation of legislation in the Executive and Judicial branches to assess compliance with legislative intent and identify issues requiring further legislative consideration.
• Conceives and conducts research projects and legislatively mandated studies, and prepares reports with findings and recommendations for legislative action.
• Keeps abreast of new and ongoing issues affecting assigned area of responsibility.
• Briefs legislators verbally and in writing on issues to be discussed in committee, on the floor, or with constituents.
• Serves as a liaison with state agencies.
• Assists in planning committee meetings, including developing agendas and coordinating speakers, presentations, and supporting materials.
• Assists in the coordination of the work of the administrative assistant and other staff.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, legal research methodologies, statutory interpretation, and legislative drafting principles.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, information technology and related areas, including but not limited to cybersecurity, data management, and emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of Florida state government, legislative rules, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate technical and policy subject matter accurately and concisely to technical and nontechnical audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to conduct thorough, well-documented, and objective research and analysis within established deadlines.
• Ability to organize data into logical formats for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and work effectively in situations involving unfamiliar subject matter or limited direction.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure while effectively managing multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with legislators, staff, stakeholders, and the public.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional experience in research, analysis, program planning and evaluation, or administrative work.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience.
• A doctorate from an accredited college or university can substitute for two years of the required experience.
• Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Salary commensurate with experience. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.

Office of Administration & Professional Development
Florida House of Representatives
402 South Monroe Street, 1201 Capitol
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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