Legislative Front Office & Admin Specialist

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legislative Research Council in Pierre, SD is seeking a permanent full-time Administrative Specialist to provide high-level front-office support to Legislative Research Council staff and South Dakota legislators.

The role involves handling communications, document production, payroll tasks, travel reimbursements, and meeting support, requiring discretion and nonpartisan conduct. Applicants should be able to work under tight deadlines during sessions.

Qualifications

• Administrative and secretarial experience.
• Knowledge of payroll systems (TKS, MSAS, FSAS) preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn specialized systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication to legislators and the public.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle politically sensitive work.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and long hours during the legislative session.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for front office traffic and calls.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute letters, minutes, forms, memos, and legislative journals.
• Process payroll, travel, and per diem reimbursements.
• Support legislative committee meetings, including agendas and minutes.
• Conduct work professionally, ethically, and timely.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Administrative experience

Communication

Confidentiality

Discretion

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

The Legislative Research Council in Pierre, SD is seeking a permanent full-time Administrative Specialist to provide high-level front-office support to Legislative Research Council staff and South Dakota legislators.

The role involves handling communications, document production, payroll tasks, travel reimbursements, and meeting support, requiring discretion and nonpartisan conduct. Applicants should be able to work under tight deadlines during sessions.