How to Apply: The State of Texas application is required and is only received through WorkInTexas (https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/default.aspx)
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Job #: 2024-06
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TWC Job #: 16251903
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Opening Date: 10/18/2023
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Travel Required: 10%
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Monthly Salary: $5,541.67 - $5,833.34
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Position Location: Washington DC
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Group Step: B19
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Class: 1572
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Status: Open
The Office of the Governor is looking for an experienced Legislative Assistant (Program Specialist III) to work in the Texas Office of State-Federal Relations.
The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.
The salary is $5,541.67 - $5,833.34 a month ($66,500.04 - $70,000.08 a year).
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
This is a job that performs complex consultative services and technical assistance work in Washington, D.C. You will be called on to do a broad range of work from office administration to legislative and federal policy. The policy work involves facilitating communication between Texas state officials, the Executive Branch, Congress, and relevant staff to promote Texas' federal priorities. Work includes providing information and analysis regarding the effects of federal legislative and regulatory proposals on Texas and its citizens.
- Manages office operations, including mail, travel, record-keeping, records management systems, and office supplies.
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Assists with compiling, writing, and preparing reports for internal and external use regarding activities of Texas Congressional delegation, including but not limited to hearing summaries, memos, etc.
- Tracks pending federal legislation, Congressional hearings, and federal rulemakings.
- Assists in scheduling meetings, phone calls, and discussions both internally and externally.
Three (3) years of relevant experience working in state and/or federal government.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in business administration, political science, government, public administration, public relations, or a related field; and
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Four (4) years of experience working in state and/or federal government; and
- Advanced computer, oral, and written communication skills.
It's a great job for a professional who likes to help promote Texas federal priorities. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) (https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.
Applications are received only through Work In Texas (http://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/Default.aspx). The OOG requires all sections of the state application to be completed. Omission of data on the state application is grounds for disqualification of the application. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources office as early as possible in the application/employment process.