Policy & Legislation Analyst

City of Midland, Texas; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TMRS retirement

Tuition assistance

Public service loan forgiveness

Credit union

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO accrual

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Midland seeks a Legislative Analyst to monitor state and federal legislation impacting City operations, finances, and residents. You will track bills, prepare summaries, and brief City leadership on potential implications.

Responsibilities include updating the city’s legislation database, attending hearings when needed, and collaborating with departments to assess operational and financial effects of proposed laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred from an accredited college or university in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Track proposed state and federal legislation that may affect the City.
• Maintain and update a database of legislation monitored by the City.
• Review bills, amendments, committee notices, and other legislative information.
• Watch or attend legislative committee hearings and provide summaries of discussions and actions.
• Prepare short bill summaries, reports, updates, and briefing materials for City staff and leadership.
• Identify legislation that may have an operational, financial, or policy impact on the City.
• Work with City departments to gather information about how proposed legislation may affect their operations.
• Assist with evaluating whether legislation may benefit or negatively impact the City.

Skills

Research and reporting

Reading and summarizing

Clear written communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government, Business Administration, Communications, Economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The City of Midland seeks a Legislative Analyst to monitor state and federal legislation impacting City operations, finances, and residents. You will track bills, prepare summaries, and brief City leadership on potential implications.

Responsibilities include updating the city’s legislation database, attending hearings when needed, and collaborating with departments to assess operational and financial effects of proposed laws.