What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legislative Clerk - Office of Senator Chaudhuri position at North Carolina General Assembly?

Job Description

DESCRIPTION OF WORK :

North Carolina Senator Jay Chaudhuri is seeking a highly qualified professional to work as a Legislative Clerk in her office. Legislative Clerks assist Legislators, also known as Legislative "Members" of the Senate, in fulfilling their public obligations by providing support services in the areas of administration, communication, research, and public relations. This position requires a high level of organization and accountability as well as the ability to perform independently and maintain composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This position is a permanent, full-time position. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. However, when the Senate is in session, evening work may be necessary on Monday through Thursday and occasionally weekend work may be required as the job duties demand, based on the needs of your Member. This position is under the direct supervision of the Senator and has no direct supervisory responsibilities, unless requested by the Member to assist in the supervision of an intern.

Examples of Duties (The Legislative Clerk will be given a wide range of tasks, projects, and duties, including, but not limited to, the following) :

Conducting research into various public policy issues
Office management, email, and calendar management
Drafting correspondence and constituent newsletter
Coordinating with other legislators and staff on policy initiatives and legislation
Coordinating with state agency liaisons to fulfill constituent requests
On-boarding, training, and managing interns
Creating and monitoring communication strategies for the Senator
Other items related to the Senator's official duties
Identifying and monitoring district specific issues
Other tasks assigned by the Senator

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES :

Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Practical knowledge of the elements of reference and policy research

Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, research software, and Adobe Acrobat DC

Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis

Ability to work independently, organize and analyze materials, and prioritize tasks

Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle politically sensitive work

Ability to work objectively and impartially both with respect to members of both political parties and with respect to issues of state

Willingness and ability to work extended schedules

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

Required Education and Experience :

Undergraduate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preference will be given to those with the following :

Outstanding record of academic achievement

Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, and / or extracurricular setting

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION :

NC General Assembly positions are NOT subject to G.S. 126 - State Human Resources Act.

Instructions :

To apply for the Legislative Clerk position, please complete the online NC General Assembly application through the NC General Assembly website : https : / / careers.ncleg.gov / .

Required Supporting Documents :

Rsum

Cover Letter

Please Note the Following :

Application must be completed in its entirety, including detailed education and work history.

Rsums are not accepted in lieu of the NC General Assembly Application. Incomplete packets will not be considered.

Agency Contact Information :

North Carolina General Assembly

Senate - Office of Senator Jay Chaudhuri - peter.debaugh@ncleg.gov

Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.

About Us

The North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) is the bicameral legislature of the State of North Carolina, composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The North Carolina Constitution grants the General Assembly authority to make or enact laws; to establish rules and regulations governing the conduct of the citizens, their rights, duties, and procedures; and to determine the consequences of certain actions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government

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