Resolutions Writer & Program Coordinator (Partially Remote)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Div of Legislative Services in Virginia is seeking a Resolutions Writer and Program Coordinator. This full-time, salaried role drafts commending and memorial resolutions for the General Assembly, supports legislative commissions, and coordinates meeting logistics.

The ideal candidate writes clearly under tight deadlines, conducts legal and legislative research, communicates with legislators and staff, and handles a high volume of requests during sessions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science, Writing, or related field.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience; deadline-driven writing preferred.
• Strong writing/editing and research abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft commending and memorial resolutions (typically one to two pages) for the House of Delegates and Senate at requests from General Assembly members.
• Research individuals, organizations, events, or achievements to ensure resolutions are accurate and well-worded.
• Communicate with legislative patrons and staff to gather information and confirm details before finalizing resolutions.
• Manage a high volume of resolution requests and meet fast turnaround times around sessions.
• Provide staff support for interim legislative commissions, including scheduling meetings and preparing materials.
• Conduct legal and legislative research in support of resolution drafting and commission work.

Skills

Concise writing

Research skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal & communication

Microsoft Office

Independent & collaborative work

Discretion with legislators

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journ/Communications/Political Science/Writing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Div of Legislative Services in Virginia is seeking a Resolutions Writer and Program Coordinator. This full-time, salaried role drafts commending and memorial resolutions for the General Assembly, supports legislative commissions, and coordinates meeting logistics.

The ideal candidate writes clearly under tight deadlines, conducts legal and legislative research, communicates with legislators and staff, and handles a high volume of requests during sessions.