Assembly Legislative Assistant Jobs

Representative Jenna Jacobson (D-Oregon) is currently hiring a full-time Legislative Assistant to work in their office at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison.

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Managing constituent inquiries and casework, including management of a constituent database.
• Acting as a liaison for the Representative between members of the Assembly, Senate, and other legislative and state agencies;
• Committee clerking duties;
• Drafting and publishing press releases, newsletters, and other needed communications; and
• Researching and making recommendations concerning legislative policies, rules, and proposed legislation to the Representative;
• Keeping the Representative advised of legislation, legal opinions, court decisions and precedents, by attending public hearings, executive sessions, and agency meetings;
• Collaborating with the Legislative Reference Bureau, Legislative Council, and other service agencies to draft solid legislation and analyze Administrative Rules and Legislative Committee reports;
• Developing and implementing operating procedures for the office;

The salary range for this position is $40,373-$61,543 per year. Starting salary is dependent upon relevant work experience and education. In addition, this position receives the same fringe benefits available to other State of Wisconsin employees. For more information related to benefits, please see: https://legis.wisconsin.gov/lhro/benefits/

Qualified individuals will possess the following skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• High degree of professionalism, moral integrity and the ability to exercise sound judgement and confidentiality at all times.
• Reliability and punctuality;
• Ability to formulate and initiate operating plans and procedures and to direct their application;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, members, administrative officials, and the general public;
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of office management, including constituent service;
• Knowledge of functions, policies, rules, laws, and regulations pertaining to the Wisconsin State Assembly;
• Ability to engage with stakeholders inside and outside of the Legislature to gain insights, plan events, etc.;
• Effective written and oral communication skills;
• The ability to multitask, be organized, and stay focused in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to craft relevant press releases, e-updates and social media;

Please send a resume and cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications of the Legislative Assistant to: [email protected]

Deadline to apply is Monday, April 17, 2023. Applicants will be reviewed and considered as received.