Legislative Research Analyst

Job ID: 37286 - Legislative Research Analyst Agency: Legislative Research Council Location:Pierre, SD Closing Date: Open Until Filled This is a full-time position with the Legislative Research Council, in Pierre, SD. For more information on the Legislative Research Council, please visit the LRC website . The Legislative Research Council, which is the nonpartisan research and support staff to the South Dakota State Legislature, is accepting applications for a permanent full-time Legislative Research Analyst . An applicant must have an interest in the legislative process or state government. Duties And Responsibilities A Legislative Research Analyst will assist legislators by providing accurate, objective, and relevant research information. The significant duties include: Drafting and editing bills, resolutions, and amendments to implement legislators' ideas; Staffing standing committees of the South Dakota Legislature during legislative sessions, consulting with committee chairs to develop agendas and obtain testimony, and preparing committee reports; Compiling data and conducting general and legal research for legislative committees and individual legislators and presenting alternative solutions for their consideration; Staffing interim committees, consulting with committee chairs to develop agendas, assisting with meeting arrangements, preparing background materials, and preparing final reports; Reviewing administrative rules for form, style, clarity, and compliance with statutory authority; and Researching and writing issue memoranda and developing other resources on selected topics for review and use by the Legislature, Legislative Research Council staff, and the public. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree or higher in public policy, political science, public or business administration, economics, or a related field; Strong research and analytical skills; Strong writing skills; A willingness to develop expertise in various subject areas; The ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a manner that clearly and efficiently conveys information to legislators and the public; The ability to remain objective and nonpartisan in relation to all legislative matters, maintain confidentiality, and handle politically sensitive work; and The ability to work under tight deadlines and extended hours during the legislative session. Salary Range: The salary will range from $74,000 to $109,000. The actual starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of South Dakota