Legislative Clerk: Policy Research & Office Support

North Carolina General Assembly; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina General Assembly - House of Representatives seeks a Legislative Clerk for the Office of Representative Cynthia Ball. This permanent, full-time role involves research, administration, and public relations support for the Representative, with occasional extended hours during sessions.

Key duties include policy research, office/calendar management, drafting correspondence, coordinating with legislators and agencies, and supervising interns as needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Outstanding academic achievement preferred.
• Strong leadership in academic, professional, or extracurricular settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research into various public policy issues
• Office management, email, and calendar management
• Drafting correspondence and constituent newsletters
• Coordinating with other legislators and staff on policy initiatives and legislation
• Coordinating with state agency liaisons to fulfill constituent requests
• On-boarding, training, and managing interns
• Creating and monitoring communication strategies for the Representative
• Other items related to the Representative's official duties
• Identifying and monitoring district specific issues
• Other tasks assigned by the Representative

Skills

Communication

Policy research

Microsoft Office

Calm under pressure

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat DC

Research software

Job description

Legislative Clerk - Office of Representative Cynthia Ball

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Job Description

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

North Carolina Representative Cynthia Ball, the Deputy Democratic Leader, is seeking a highly qualified professional to work as a Legislative Clerk in the Representative’s office. Legislative Clerks assist Legislators, also known as Legislative “Members” of the Representative, in fulfilling their public obligations by providing support services in the areas of administration, communication, research, and public relations. This position requires a high level of organization and accountability as well as the ability to perform independently and maintain composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This position is a permanent, full-time position. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, when the House of Representatives is in session, evening work may be necessary on Monday through Thursday and occasionally weekend work may be required as the job duties demand, based on the needs of the Representative. This position is under the direct supervision of the Representative and has no direct supervisory responsibilities, unless requested by the Member to assist in the supervision of an intern.

Examples of Duties (The Legislative Clerk will be given a wide range of tasks, projects, and duties, including, but not limited to, the following):

• Conducting research into various public policy issues
• Office management, email, and calendar management
• Drafting correspondence and constituent newsletter
• Coordinating with other legislators and staff on policy initiatives and legislation
• Coordinating with state agency liaisons to fulfill constituent requests
• On-boarding, training, and managing interns
• Creating and monitoring communication strategies for the Representative
• Other items related to the Representative's official duties
• Identifying and monitoring district specific issues
• Other tasks assigned by the Representative

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Practical knowledge of the elements of reference and policy research
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, research software, and Adobe Acrobat DC
• Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis
• Ability to work independently, organize and analyze materials, and prioritize tasks
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle politically sensitive work
• Ability to work objectively and impartially both with respect to members of both political parties and with respect to issues of state
• Willingness and ability to work extended schedules

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preference will be given to those with the following:

• Outstanding record of academic achievement
• Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, and/or extracurricular setting

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

***NC General Assembly positions are NOT subject to G.S. 126 -State Human Resources Act.***

Instructions:
To apply for the Legislative Clerk position,please complete the online NC General Assembly application through the NC General Assembly website: https://careers.ncleg.gov/ .

Required Supporting Documents:

Please Note the Following:

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including detailed education and work history.
• Résumés are not accepted in lieu of the NC General Assembly Application. Incomplete packets will not be considered.

Agency Contact Information:
North Carolina General Assembly - House of Representatives

Office of House of Representatives Legislative Clerk Director

[e-mail]

***Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.***

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 2227
• Degree Level Some College
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 16 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, US