Announcement Number: 319184162
NEVADA LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL BUREAU
LEGAL DIVISION
PROJECT SPECIALIST - ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
The Legal Division of the Legislative Counsel Bureau of the State of Nevada is seeking
qualified applicants for the position of Project Specialist-Administrative Support. The Legal
Division is a nonpartisan office which is part of the central staff of the Nevada Legislature,
which meets biennially beginning on the first Monday in February of odd-numbered years
for 120 days. The Legal Division prepares and drafts legislation and legal opinions, provides
legal counsel to legislative committees during the legislative session and interim, works with
Executive Branch agencies to prepare and review administrative regulations, represents the
Legislature and Legislators in court and other proceedings and provides other assistance to
Legislators upon request. The Legal Division is also responsible for preparing and publishing
the Advance Sheets of Nevada Statutes, the Statutes of Nevada, the Nevada Revised Statutes,
the Nevada Administrative Code and other official publications of the Legislature and also
produces and distributes the Official Nevada Law Library, the searchable and hyperlinked
electronic version of the legal publications and other documents.
Position Description: The Project Specialist's primary role is to provide administrative
support to staff of the Legal Division, assist and fill in for the receptionist and perform the
duties of a committee secretary. Responsibilities include various administrative tasks, such
as processing continuing education requests and travel arrangements and claims, stocking
and ordering office supplies, receiving, sorting and delivering mail, acting as a notary public,
filing, copying, typing, scanning, filing completed documents with the Secretary of State and
the Courts, planning and coordinating meetings and events, transcribing and proofing
committee meeting minutes, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in a professional office is desirable. Ability to become a notary public is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Applicants should have knowledge and experience with
Microsoft Office, superior attention to detail, and strong grammar and spelling skills. The
successful candidate should also have excellent telephone etiquette and communication
skills; must present a professional public image, both in person and over the phone; must
maintain confidentiality of documents and communications; be able to accept and adapt to
changes in work environment and priorities; and be able to work independently and within a
group.
SALARY AND Benefits: The salary for this position is based on a Grade 31, which has an annual
salary of approximately $49,047 to $72,119, based upon the employee/employer paid
retirement option. Employees receive the same benefits available to state employees
generally, which includes paid annual leave, paid sick leave, health insurance and retirement
benefits. An explanation of the retirement options and information regarding state retirement
benefits may be accessed at www.nvpers.org. A description of the current health and dental
benefits provided to all state employees is available at https://pebp.state.nv.us/plans/. Other
optional benefits are also available, including a deferred compensation program.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This
position is located in the Legislative Building in Carson City, Nevada. The work is performed
in a typical office environment. Significant overtime may be required during legislative
sessions and during certain other periods as necessary to meet the demands of the Legal
Division.
APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants must submit an LCB employment Application and are
encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume with references. The LCB Application is
located at: Nevada State Legislature Employment Application-Legal Division. Applications
will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to submit their
application as soon as possible as the position may filled at any time.
Applications and other information may be sent by email or mail to:
[email protected]
Legislative Counsel Bureau
Attn: Angela Sullivan, Human Resources
401 S. Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701-4747
The Legislative Counsel Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, domestic partnership, political
affiliation, genetic information (GINA), or compensation history, or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law. The Legislative Counsel Bureau will not tolerate discrimination or
harassment based on any of these characteristics, nor will it tolerate unlawful retaliation.
(Revised 6/28/2023)
Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
