Legislative Research Attorney

The Hawai'i State Senate; Honolulu (HI); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

In-person at Capitol

Zusammenfassung

The Hawaiʻi State Senate seeks a detail-oriented Research Attorney to conduct high-level legal research, draft key legislative documents, and review proposed legislation and committee reports. This in-person role supports the Senate Majority Research Office and requires strong analytical skills and clear communication of complex legal matters.

Qualified candidates hold a J.D. from an accredited law school, with active Hawaiʻi State Bar membership desirable.

Qualifikationen

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Hawaiʻi State Bar member desirable.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft memoranda, briefs and analysis on legislative issues.
• Perform legal analysis and review of drafted legislation, amendments, and committee reports for soundness and clarity.
• Assist in drafting bills, resolutions, and policy proposals using legislative drafting techniques.
• Handle sensitive policy matters and internal communications with strict confidentiality.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Policy analysis

Legislative drafting

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Hawaiʻi State Bar admission (desirable)

Jobbeschreibung

Department: Senate Majority Research Office

About the Role

The Hawaiʻi State Senate is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Research Attorneys to conduct legal research, analyze policy, and support legislative operations. Operating under the direction of the Director, the Research Attorney performs high-level legal research, drafts key legislative documents, and conducts legal reviews of proposed legislation and committee reports.

This role requires strong analytical skills, an understanding of state and local government operations, and the ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly and concisely.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Research & Drafting: Conduct thorough legal research and prepare legal memoranda, briefs, and analysis on various legislative and policy issues.
• Legislative Review: Perform legal analysis and review of drafted legislation, amendments, and committee reports to ensure legal soundness and clarity.
• Legislative Assistance: Utilize legislative drafting techniques to assist in crafting bills, resolutions, and policy proposals.
• Confidentiality & Discretion: Handle sensitive policy matters, legal inquiries, and internal communications with strict confidentiality.

Education & Bar Admission

• Required: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Desirable: Active member of the Hawaiʻi State Bar Association.

Core Competencies

• Understanding of legislative drafting techniques and the legislative process.
• Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to convey legal principles clearly, concisely, and effectively to non-legal stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong legal reasoning and critical analysis skills.
• Integrity: Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Benefits & Details

• Salary: $5,800-$6,500 per month for full-time positions, commensurate with experience and responsibilities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Temporary position: December 2026 – May 2027.
• Must be able to work in-person at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol in Honolulu, Oahu.
• Open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.