Legislative State Personnel Specialist

DGS Office of External Affairs; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legislative State Personnel Specialist is an entry-level position in the Bureau of Legislative Research that provides nonpartisan analysis and recommendations on personnel policies, procedures, and budgetary issues affecting Arkansas state agencies.

The role involves researching and preparing data-based reports, reviewing classifications and compensation matters, and providing technical assistance to legislative committees and the General Assembly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, human resources management, public administration, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to navigate complex state personnel processes.
• Ability to conduct objective research and data analysis.
• Proficiency with Windows applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to present research findings clearly in writing and speaking.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and state/federal agency functions.

Responsibilities

• Research and prepare data-based reports on personnel policies, procedures, and budgetary issues.
• Review classifications and compensation matters for Arkansas state agencies.
• Provide technical assistance to legislative committees and the General Assembly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Legislative process knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources management, public administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Legislative State Personnel Specialist is an entry-level position in the Bureau of Legislative Research that provides nonpartisan analysis and recommendations on personnel policies, procedures, and budgetary issues affecting Arkansas state agencies. The role involves researching and preparing data-based reports, reviewing classifications and compensation matters, and providing technical assistance to legislative committees and the General Assembly.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources management, public administration, or related field
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills with ability to navigate complex state personnel processes
• Ability to conduct objective research and data analysis
• Proficiency in Windows Applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to express research findings in clear written and verbal form
• Knowledge of legislative process and state/federal agency functions