Administrative Assistant (Bill Drafting)

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Job Title               Administrative Assistant (Bill Drafting)

Salary                   See Position Description

Job Type              Salaried Full-Time

Location               Tallahassee, Florida

Office                    S Office of Bill Drafting Services

General Summary

This is independent work coordinating administrative tasks and assignments and providing analysis and research on a variety of administrative matters.

Examples of Work Performed

• Performs special assignments, research, and report preparation. 
• Reviews records and reports which require action and recommends solutions or courses of action.
• Assists supervisor in handling daily administrative duties and acts in matters where authority has been delegated.
• Processes and prepares a variety of correspondence and secures information necessary for preparing replies.
• Answers inquiries from Senators and other elected officials, legislative staff, and the public to assist supervisor and other staff of the unit.
• Assists in reviewing draft requests for bills and amendments received by the office for completeness and coordinates with other offices as necessary.
• Trains and supervises clerical and/or other administrative personnel to ensure accurate and smooth workflow of the unit. 
• Assists in formulating and recommending programs and policies; interprets and administers policies.
• Performs general office management duties.
• Assists committee staff in ensuring the accuracy and completeness in actions taken by committees in reporting out meetings.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices.
• Knowledge of research techniques.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and review work for accuracy and quality of content.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and to contribute to the efficient internal functioning of the unit.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the demands of the public.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and maintain records.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to supervise people.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Administrative experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Salary
Salary commensurate with experience. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.

Application Deadline
Open until filled  

Submission of Application

Interested parties may apply via https://www.governmentjobs.com

Accommodation for Disability
If an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803.

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