Senior Legislative Affairs Specialist

Texas Workforce Commission; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Friendly Workplace

Defined retirement plan

Medical Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Texas Workforce Commission in Austin seeks a diplomatic, analytical Government Relations Specialist III to serve as a vital liaison between the agency and legislative entities. You will manage complex appropriations and finance matters, monitor legislation, prepare testimony for agency leadership, and communicate policy and financial data to diverse stakeholders.

This on-site role requires residency in the Austin area or relocation, offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits, and a clear

Qualifications

• Five years of experience developing, implementing or interpreting policies in public or private agencies.
• Academic credits may be counted toward experience qualifications for this position.
• Three years of full-time experience working with the Texas legislature, legislative staff, or research services.
• Experience within the legislature or a state/federal governmental entity, including work for the Texas House Appropriations or Senate Finance Committees or members who served on those committees as the primary staff member for work on those committees.
• Educational background: Public administration, business, political science, or related field.
• Advanced analytical skills: gather, correlate, and analyze facts to devise solutions and concise reports.
• Effective communication: listening and communicating with diverse groups under pressure.
• Extensive knowledge of the Texas legislative process and state budget cycles.
• Prior experience in legislative bill analysis and fiscal note coordination.
• Excellent time management and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail and high-quality work products.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a primary liaison between TWC and the Texas House Appropriations and Senate Finance Committees.
• Focusing on complex legislative and consultative work, specifically regarding appropriations and finance.
• Monitoring and managing the lifecycle of legislation, from initial tracking to final implementation.
• Representing the agency’s message to the Legislative Budget Board and other state entities.
• Building and maintaining strong, productive relationships with members and staff of the Texas Legislature.
• Preparing testimony for agency leadership for appearances before the Texas Legislature.
• Responding to inquiries from agency constituents, the legislature, state agencies, and TWC customers.
• Leading the implementation of enacted laws relevant to the agency.
• Delivering the TWC message effectively to legislative staff and outside stakeholder groups.
• Performing other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Legislative process knowledge

Bill analysis experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Public administration, business, political science (major)

Job description

Texas Workforce Commission in Austin seeks a diplomatic, analytical Government Relations Specialist III to serve as a vital liaison between the agency and legislative entities. You will manage complex appropriations and finance matters, monitor legislation, prepare testimony for agency leadership, and communicate policy and financial data to diverse stakeholders.

This on-site role requires residency in the Austin area or relocation, offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits, and a clear