Legislative Editor

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Dakota's Legislative Research Council in Pierre seeks a Legislative Editor to support the legislative process through editing, proofreading, and publication of session materials. This permanent, full-time role requires discretion, accuracy, and the ability to work under tight deadlines during the session.

You will proof legislative documents, prepare session laws, serve as committee secretary for Rules Review and Code Commission, and publish the South Dakota Register, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in journalism, English, or political science.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn specialized systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly to legislators and the public, in writing and orally.
• Remain objective, nonpartisan, maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive work.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and extended hours during the legislative session.

Responsibilities

• Proof legislative documents during session.
• Print and deliver session paperwork as needed.
• Assist in proofing the Session Laws and Codified Laws.
• Serve as committee secretary for Rules Review and Code Commission.
• Compile and publish the South Dakota Register.
• Proof and update Administrative Rules.
• Prepare and send LRC style and form rules packets to agencies.
• Edit and format all office publications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing skills

Proofreading

Computer skills

Clear communication

Nonpartisan/Confidentiality

Deadline pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, or political science

Job description

Job ID: 36899 - Legislative Editor

Agency: Legislative Research Council

Location: Pierre, SD

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a full-time position with the South Dakota Legislative Research Council. For more information on the Legislative Research Council please visit the LRC website .

The Legislative Research Council, which is the nonpartisan research and support staff to the South Dakota State Legislature, is accepting applications for a permanent, full-timeLegislative Editor. An applicant must have an interest in the legislative process and be results-oriented, honest, discrete, trustworthy, and articulate.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proof legislative documents during session;
• Printing and delivering all necessary session paperwork;
• Assist in proofing the yearly Session Laws and Codified Laws;
• Serve as committee secretary for the Rules Review and Code Commission Committees;
• Compile and publish the South Dakota Register;
• Proof and update Administrative Rules;
• Compile and send LRC style and form rules packets to agencies;
• Edit and format all office publications; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or political science is preferred;
• Strong writing and proofing skills;
• Strong computer skills, and the ability to learn specialized systems;
• The ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a manner that clearly and efficiently conveys information to legislators and the public;
• The ability to remain objective and nonpartisan in relations to all legislative matters, maintain confidentiality, and handle politically sensitive work; and
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and extended hours during the legislative session.

Salary Range:

$54,000 to $98,200. Actual starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience.