Legislative Assistant

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in Providence is seeking a Legislative Assistant to support government relations. This role involves maintaining legislative files, tracking bills, coordinating meetings with officials, and preparing presentations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in political science and prior experience in government settings. Strong writing and communication skills are essential. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity with a focus on advocacy and legislative analysis.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in government, public policy or political settings required.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal legislative processes.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain organized files for legislative matters.
• Compile internal opinions on proposed bills.
• Track relevant bills and outcomes in a database.
• Coordinate meetings with state and federal officials.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent writing and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science or related field

Tools

Legislative tracking tools

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Provided Pay Range

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Base Pay Range

$25.00/hr - $41.00/hr

Summary

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

Core Success Factors

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

Responsibilities:

Legislative Responsibilities

• Create and maintain organized files for all legislative and miscellaneous matters
• Request and compile internal opinions/positions/comments on proposed bills that may affect Brown University Health; initiate and track follow-up communications
• Recirculate amended bills with summaries of changes and request updated feedback
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to assess legislative impact and strategy
• Track all relevant bills that Government Relations follows into an internal database including final outcomes (e.g., pass/ fail/held for further study/Governor’s action)
• Research and analyze historical legislation; compare with current bills and summarize key differences
• Monitor Rhode Island and Massachusetts Legislative Calendars for all hearings and floor sessions
• Provide timely analysis and historical context on upcoming bills
• Assist with preparation of testimony letters for hearings and distribute to elected officials and Legislative Committees
• Create final legislative report for Brown University Health
• Attend state and local Committee hearings
• Support advocacy campaigns
• Work with internal communications team to draft memos and updating on events

Administrative Coordination Responsibilities

• Coordinate and attend meetings and site visits with state and federal officials
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for internal and external stakeholders
• File monthly and quarterly State of Rhode Island Lobbying Reports
• Gather and maintain data for Federal Lobbying Reports
• Assist with additional miscellaneous administrative tasks as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Prior experience in government, public policy or political settings required.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal legislative process (RI and/or MA preferred)
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Capable of working independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legislative tracking tools (preferred)

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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