District Legislative Aide (District 32)

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Job Title               District Legislative Aide (District 32)

Salary                    See Position Description

Job Type              Salaried Full-Time

Location               Tamarac/Tallahassee, FL

Office                    S District 32

General Summary

The Office of State Senator Rosalind Osgood (District 32) is now accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide based in Tamarac, Florida. This position assists the Senator and staff with a variety of administrative, public relations, and communication functions.  A basic understanding of the policies, procedures, and operating practices of the Florida Legislature is preferred. Proficiency in timely, accurate, and district-relevant content writing for all social media platforms, weekly newsletters, and responses to constituent inquiries is required. This position may involve travel to Tallahassee.
 
Please note, this position is not eligible for remote work. Candidates will physically report in-person to a job location assigned by the Senator to perform their tasks and duties.
 
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Pursuant to sections 112.3144 and 112.3145, F.S., this position is required to electronically file a Form 1 –Statement of Financial Interests with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire.

Examples of Work Performed

• Assists in the district office in all functions performed by district office. 
• Serves as a liaison for constituents. 
• Responds to inquiries by seeking solutions to problems or assisting in the communication with appropriate agency. 
• Performs research to gather and assemble information for drafting of bills, speeches, or special reports. 
• Attends various local functions and meetings with supervisor to gather information, or on behalf of the supervisor, as a representative of the staff. Prepares and distributes press releases and other public information data. 
• Maintains district office files including selection of newspaper articles and other source materials for files. 
• Formulates replies to correspondence in draft or final form depending on the complexity of the issue. 
• Advises supervisor of issues and projects in the district that require involvement to better serve the district. 
• Drafts correspondence, reports, and legislative proposals. 
• May perform extensive background research on a bill in working it through the committee process. 
• Performs other related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of office procedures and practices. 
• Knowledge of personal computers and use of software. 
• Knowledge of the methods for organizing and presenting data. 
• Knowledge of Florida laws, and the legislative and political processes and protocol. 
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to use independent judgment in handling media inquiries and news releases. 
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. 
• Ability to review work for accuracy and quality of content. 
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the demands of the public. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. 
• Ability to supervise/manage people. 
• Ability to work and make decisions independently. 
• Ability to compose correspondence. 
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain records. 
• Ability to manage time well. 
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and contribute to the effective internal functioning of the operation.
• Ability to travel within the district and may involve travel to Tallahassee if needed. 

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience is preferred.
 
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for the one year of required experience.

Professional or non-professional administrative experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

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

Application Deadline
Open until filled

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

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