Legislative Office Administrator

NCSL Juvenile Justice Principles Work Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont - Office of Legislative Counsel seeks an experienced administrator to oversee the House Research Organization (HRO) office operations. You will support scheduling, document management, and publication archiving while guiding staff hiring and onboarding processes.

This on-site role requires strong organization, communication, and ability to work in a fast-paced legislative environment. Flex hours during session and a professional dress code are expected.

Qualifications

• The preferred candidate will have state legislative, administrative, and clerical experience and be skilled in organization, time management, and interpersonal communication.
• General knowledge of state government policies and procedures preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with members, staff, and the public.
• Skill in the use of computer, applicable software, and desktop applications.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Must have flexibility to work extended hours, including early mornings, and weekends when the legislature is in session and when otherwise required.
• Must be able to work in the office. This is not a remote position.
• Must adhere to department dress code and demonstrate the ability to follow all policies and procedures as set forth in the House of Representatives Personnel Manual of Policies & Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating and managing daily HRO office operations.
• Responsible for maintaining documents and files, scheduling, supply inventory and management, and processes for printing and archiving HRO publications.
• Manages key processes for hiring, onboarding, and training HRO staff.
• Coordinates steering committee meetings and communications.
• Engages in significant interaction with House offices and departments, both by phone and in person.
• During legislative sessions, helps manage staff assignments and assists with production of the Daily Floor Report.
• Provides research support as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

organization

time management

interpersonal communication

Tools

Office software

Job description

The State of Vermont - Office of Legislative Counsel seeks an experienced administrator to oversee the House Research Organization (HRO) office operations. You will support scheduling, document management, and publication archiving while guiding staff hiring and onboarding processes.

This on-site role requires strong organization, communication, and ability to work in a fast-paced legislative environment. Flex hours during session and a professional dress code are expected.