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Job Description
This is an at-will and partisan position that produces visual media for all members of the House Republican caucus. The photographer attends events, House session, and meetings to record events, while also scheduling official photographs and building each representative’s personal photo file. That includes occasional location shoots in legislator districts. The individual must be able to work closely with members, staff, and officials and staff from other branches of government. The position requires in-person work Monday-Friday, with occasional remote work as directed by the Chief of Staff or Speaker of the House and will require work on some nights and weekends. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of confidentiality is required.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Takes photographs of various official events inside and outside the state Capitol
- Edits photographs to improve quality and presentation
- Works with communications director and caucus services director to identify opportunities for new photographs
- Provides strategic advice to the communications director, caucus services director, and members on the best opportunities for new photographs
- Works with legislators, legislator office staff, and caucus services advisors to schedule photo opportunities
- Maintains, curates, and updates the photo file for 54 members, including the Speaker
- Maintains the photo studio and related equipment
- Occasionally travels to legislator districts for on-site photoshoots
- Coordinates joint photo opportunities between multiple officials, offices and branches of government
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience composing, capturing, and editing photographs is required
- State government or other relevant experience preferred
- Must be comfortable functioning in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment
- Experience managing different personalities and a multitude of issues is required
- Must be able to learn House rules, policies, and guidelines
- Must be able to develop an understanding of legislative districts and state political processes
- Familiarity handling a demanding schedule preferred
Additional Requirements and Information
Contact Information: Please send resume and cover letter to:
Michigan House of Representatives
Human Resources
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514
Or via email to: HumanResources@house.mi.gov
Accommodations
State employment benefits include everything from health insurance to retirement income and are worth about 40% of your salary
Leave Time
Full time employees receive 26 vacation and leave days per year
Holidays
State employees receive 13 scheduled holidays each year, which include New Years Eve Day and New Years Day, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day just to name a few.
Alternative Work Schedules
Flexible work schedule options are available in many jobs.
Insurance and Other Benefits
Insurances include health, vision, dental and life. Employees also have the option to purchase additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care insurance, and legal services. Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child care are also available.
Deferred Compensation
Employees may invest income in a tax-deferred retirement investment program. The state offers two optional deferred compensation plans, the 457 and 401(k). Employees decide the amount you want deducted from your paycheck.
Retirement
Employees receive a minimum 4% state contribution toward their retirement fund. If an employee elects to contribute more, the state will match that percentage (up to 3%).
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000