Legislative Research Assistant - Information Technology Budget & Policy Subcommittee

Administrative and Office Support; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida House of Representatives seeks a Legislative Research Assistant to support the Information Technology Budget & Policy Subcommittee. The role involves researching topics, preparing reports and analyses, organizing data, assisting with committee meetings, and providing administrative support to legislative staff.

This position offers an opportunity to develop research and analytical skills and gain hands-on experience with the legislative process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with four years of professional experience in research, analysis, or program planning.
• Knowledge of research, analysis, and information-gathering techniques.
• Proficiency with computer word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics programs.
• Strong reading comprehension, analysis, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research topics and prepare reports and analyses.
• Organize data for committees and staff.
• Assist with committee meetings and scheduling.
• Provide administrative support to legislative staff.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma + 4 years experience

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Graphics programs

Job description

This Legislative Research Assistant position supports the Information Technology Budget & Policy Subcommittee of the Florida House of Representatives. The role involves researching topics, preparing reports and analyses, organizing data, assisting with committee meetings, and providing administrative support to legislative staff. The position offers opportunity to develop research and analytical skills while gaining hands‑on experience with the legislative process.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or high school diploma with four years of professional experience in research, analysis, or program planning
• Knowledge of research, analysis, and information-gathering techniques
• Proficiency with computer word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics programs
• Strong reading comprehension, analysis, and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines