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District Legislative Aide (District 36)
Government Jobs, Tallahassee, Florida, United States, 32301
District Legislative Aide
The Office of State Senator Ileana Garcia (District 36) is now accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide. This position involves assisting a Senator with a variety of administrative and public relations matters requiring a thorough understanding of the policies, procedures, and operating practices of the Florida Legislature. This position may involve travel to Tallahassee, unless the candidate hired lives in Tallahassee. Preference will be given to applicants that are bilingual in English and Spanish. 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 managing a district office and all its functions related to the constituency. Serves as a liaison for constituents with a focus on communication. Responds to inquiries by seeking solutions to problems or assisting in the communication with appropriate State agencies. Performs research to gather and assemble information for drafting of bills, speeches, or special reports and legislative updates. Assists in maintaining an active constituent listserv. Attends various local functions and meetings to gather information, or on behalf of the supervisor, as a representative of the staff. Maintaining supervisor's calendar and arranging appointments. Prepares and distributes press releases, press advisories and other public information data. Assists in maintenance of 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 in order to better serve the district. Reviews all correspondence, reports, and legislative proposals for accuracy and quality of content. May perform extensive background research on a bill or appropriation request in working it through the committee process. Manages the office's digital communications technology. Prepares basic financial reports detailing office expenses. Assists with the expense reimbursement process. Performs other related duties 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, the legislative and political processes and protocol. Knowledge of digital communication technologies, including email, Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Slack. Knowledge of modern digital security standards, including strong passwords and multifactor authentication. Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish proficiently. Ability to communicate effectively orally 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, press, and lobbyists. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. 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 to contribute to the effective internal functioning of the operation. Willing to relocate to Tallahassee during the Legislative Session, unless the candidate hired lives in Tallahassee and have ability to travel within district 40. Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience. 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. Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with a background in the political and legislative process and in communications. Strong writing skills are helpful. Due to the high concentration of Spanish-speaking constituents served by this district, fluency in Spanish is preferred. Salary
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. Working for the Florida Legislature includes a lucrative benefits package, including affordable health insurance options, free dental, long-term disability and employee life insurance, as well as competitive retirement. Employees have access to a college tuition waiver program, an employee assistance program, paid annual and sick leave, and paid holidays. Health and Dental Insurance Employees have a choice of participating in the State Self Insured Plan or a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) if available in the county of residence or employment (Standard and High Deductible Investor plans are available). Full-time employees pay $30 per month for family coverage or $8.34 per month for individual coverage. Part-time employees pay premiums based on the total hours of work. For dental insurance, the Legislature offers a PPO plan that offers choice of dentist and pays from 50 to 100 percent of usual, customary, and reasonable charges. There is a $1500 maximum benefit per plan year. The Legislature pays the total premium for full-time employees and part-time employees pay premiums based on the total hours of work. Leave Accrual Benefits Annual Leave accrues as follows based on creditable state service: Up to 5 years - 11 hours per month 5 to 10 years - 13 hours per month Over 10 years - 15 hours per month Sick Leave accrues at 9 hours per month for all full-time employees. Life and Disability Insurance Group Term life Insurance with an accidental death and dismemberment benefit provides $25,000 coverage. The Legislature pays the total premium for full-time employees and part-time employees pay premiums based on the total hours of work. For disability insurance, the Legislature offers a Group Long Term Disability Insurance Plan that provides a monthly benefit of 60 percent of covered monthly earnings after an elimination period of 360 days. The Legislature pays the total premium. Retirement Participation in the Florida Retirement System is compulsory for all salaried staff, except certain re-employed retirees. New employees have until the end of the eighth month following their first month of employment to select a retirement plan, from the traditional pension plan or the investment plan. New employees will receive an informational packet approximately two months after the hire date. Members and staff contribute 3% of their salary towards retirement and the Legislature pays the remainder of the premium. Florida Pre-Tax Plan and Deferred Compensation Plan This state sponsored program includes Supplemental Insurance Plans, Health Savings Account (when enrolled with an Investor Health Plan), and a Flexible Spending Program on a pretax basis. The Supplemental Insurance Plans include hospitalization, cancer/intensive care, dental, vision, and accidental/disability. The Flexible Spending Program includes healthcare and dependent care accounts. A competitive Deferred Compensation Plan is also offered. The State of Florida Deferred Compensation Plan offers a number of investment options including variable annuities, mutual funds, and a bank, with a variety of contract providers. Paid Holidays New Year's Day - Martin Luther King Day - Memorial Day - Independence Day - Labor Day - Veteran's Day - Thanksgiving Day - Friday After Thanksgiving - Christmas Day - Personal Holiday Total Compensation Statement The Total Compensation Statement provides a monetary value of each benefit listed below as well as a total annual compensation estimate. The annual salary amount used in this example is $40,000. Note: All values are based on individual plans.
The Office of State Senator Ileana Garcia (District 36) is now accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide. This position involves assisting a Senator with a variety of administrative and public relations matters requiring a thorough understanding of the policies, procedures, and operating practices of the Florida Legislature. This position may involve travel to Tallahassee, unless the candidate hired lives in Tallahassee. Preference will be given to applicants that are bilingual in English and Spanish. 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 managing a district office and all its functions related to the constituency. Serves as a liaison for constituents with a focus on communication. Responds to inquiries by seeking solutions to problems or assisting in the communication with appropriate State agencies. Performs research to gather and assemble information for drafting of bills, speeches, or special reports and legislative updates. Assists in maintaining an active constituent listserv. Attends various local functions and meetings to gather information, or on behalf of the supervisor, as a representative of the staff. Maintaining supervisor's calendar and arranging appointments. Prepares and distributes press releases, press advisories and other public information data. Assists in maintenance of 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 in order to better serve the district. Reviews all correspondence, reports, and legislative proposals for accuracy and quality of content. May perform extensive background research on a bill or appropriation request in working it through the committee process. Manages the office's digital communications technology. Prepares basic financial reports detailing office expenses. Assists with the expense reimbursement process. Performs other related duties 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, the legislative and political processes and protocol. Knowledge of digital communication technologies, including email, Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Slack. Knowledge of modern digital security standards, including strong passwords and multifactor authentication. Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish proficiently. Ability to communicate effectively orally 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, press, and lobbyists. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. 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 to contribute to the effective internal functioning of the operation. Willing to relocate to Tallahassee during the Legislative Session, unless the candidate hired lives in Tallahassee and have ability to travel within district 40. Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience. 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. Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with a background in the political and legislative process and in communications. Strong writing skills are helpful. Due to the high concentration of Spanish-speaking constituents served by this district, fluency in Spanish is preferred. Salary
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. Working for the Florida Legislature includes a lucrative benefits package, including affordable health insurance options, free dental, long-term disability and employee life insurance, as well as competitive retirement. Employees have access to a college tuition waiver program, an employee assistance program, paid annual and sick leave, and paid holidays. Health and Dental Insurance Employees have a choice of participating in the State Self Insured Plan or a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) if available in the county of residence or employment (Standard and High Deductible Investor plans are available). Full-time employees pay $30 per month for family coverage or $8.34 per month for individual coverage. Part-time employees pay premiums based on the total hours of work. For dental insurance, the Legislature offers a PPO plan that offers choice of dentist and pays from 50 to 100 percent of usual, customary, and reasonable charges. There is a $1500 maximum benefit per plan year. The Legislature pays the total premium for full-time employees and part-time employees pay premiums based on the total hours of work. Leave Accrual Benefits Annual Leave accrues as follows based on creditable state service: Up to 5 years - 11 hours per month 5 to 10 years - 13 hours per month Over 10 years - 15 hours per month Sick Leave accrues at 9 hours per month for all full-time employees. Life and Disability Insurance Group Term life Insurance with an accidental death and dismemberment benefit provides $25,000 coverage. The Legislature pays the total premium for full-time employees and part-time employees pay premiums based on the total hours of work. For disability insurance, the Legislature offers a Group Long Term Disability Insurance Plan that provides a monthly benefit of 60 percent of covered monthly earnings after an elimination period of 360 days. The Legislature pays the total premium. Retirement Participation in the Florida Retirement System is compulsory for all salaried staff, except certain re-employed retirees. New employees have until the end of the eighth month following their first month of employment to select a retirement plan, from the traditional pension plan or the investment plan. New employees will receive an informational packet approximately two months after the hire date. Members and staff contribute 3% of their salary towards retirement and the Legislature pays the remainder of the premium. Florida Pre-Tax Plan and Deferred Compensation Plan This state sponsored program includes Supplemental Insurance Plans, Health Savings Account (when enrolled with an Investor Health Plan), and a Flexible Spending Program on a pretax basis. The Supplemental Insurance Plans include hospitalization, cancer/intensive care, dental, vision, and accidental/disability. The Flexible Spending Program includes healthcare and dependent care accounts. A competitive Deferred Compensation Plan is also offered. The State of Florida Deferred Compensation Plan offers a number of investment options including variable annuities, mutual funds, and a bank, with a variety of contract providers. Paid Holidays New Year's Day - Martin Luther King Day - Memorial Day - Independence Day - Labor Day - Veteran's Day - Thanksgiving Day - Friday After Thanksgiving - Christmas Day - Personal Holiday Total Compensation Statement The Total Compensation Statement provides a monetary value of each benefit listed below as well as a total annual compensation estimate. The annual salary amount used in this example is $40,000. Note: All values are based on individual plans.