Policy Research & Legislative Aide

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Legislative Aide within the Government Relations Office in Harrisburg. You will help guide information flow to support major policy decisions and work with experts evaluating laws that affect statewide services.

This role provides experience in research, legislative review, and communication, performing duties such as drafting responses, analyzing legislation, and coordinating with House and Senate offices.

Qualifications

• One year governmental experience including one year of work directly related to legislative analysis; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Veterans' preference applies under Pennsylvania law.

Responsibilities

• Legislative Research: Draft responses and research inquiries from legislative offices.
• Bill Analysis: Review proposed and current legislation to determine fiscal, program, or legal impact.
• Policy Support: Assist in drafting bills and relay information to the Governor's Legislative Office.
• Legislation Monitoring: Track bills related to Department programs and education.
• Information Coordination: Compile legislative comments from program offices and prepare summaries.
• Communication Tasks: Help maintain contact with House and Senate offices and assist with testimony preparation.

Skills

Legislative analysis

Governmental experience

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Legislative Aide within the Government Relations Office in Harrisburg. You will help guide information flow to support major policy decisions and work with experts evaluating laws that affect statewide services.

This role provides experience in research, legislative review, and communication, performing duties such as drafting responses, analyzing legislation, and coordinating with House and Senate offices.