Government Relations Analyst

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Government Relations Analyst Full Time Downtown, Tallahassee, FL, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1147 Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually Located in Tallahassee, Florida, the Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers is a statewide, non-profit member association. The association is comprised of the Florida Clerks of the Circuit Court and Comptrollers. FACC Services Group, LLC, dba Civitek Solutions was established in 1991 to provide financial and technical services for the Clerks of Circuit Court and Comptrollers of the State of Florida. Civitek is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Florida Association of Court Clerks, Inc. (FCCC). A Brief Overview This position is responsible for supporting legislative services and advocacy programs. Monitors and analyzes the legislative activities and new policies established by federal, State and local government for the Association and Clerks of Court. Specific responsibilities of the position during the yearly legislative session are detailed below. What you will do Work directly with the Deputy Director of Government Relations to monitor, support, analyze, and summarize the Association’s yearly legislative agenda. Serves as support staff for FCCC bill analyses and drafting of amendments and bills for Clerk legislative issues. Provide support to Association Legislative Committee and workgroups. During each legislative session (including interim committee weeks), provide support to the Government Relations team in the review, tracking, and reporting of bills and issues that may have an impact on Clerk and Comptroller operations. Assist with Clerk operational issues stemming from new or amended legislation, assist in developing post-session advisories to help Clerk offices with implementation. Conduct legislative research, analysis, and formulation of reports, talk sheets, PowerPoint and other types of presentations, and any other materials necessary to the Clerks’ and Association’s legislative agenda. Serve or assist on committees and task forces both internal and external to the Association. Edit and develop outgoing documents, communications, etc., as needed. Communicate with coworkers, management, staff, Clerks’ offices, the general public, and others in a courteous and professional manner. Respond promptly when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, e-mail, and faxes. Provide high quality customer service to all internal and external customers. Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules and regulations, and instructions. This position requires extended work hours during the legislative season, which may include hours after the office is closed. Travel is required for conferences and events. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications Practical knowledge of federal, State, and local government organizations and functions. Experience in the Florida legislative process, as a legislative or agency aide, or committee analyst is preferred. Must have excellent written, verbal, communication, and editing skills, and be able to manage time effectively. Ability to understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative rules, and legal precedents. Ability to draft proposed legislative bill language. Ability to organize large amounts of information and keep accurate records. Ability to do research and data analysis. Ability to think analytically and have negotiation skills. Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure on a daily basis with legislators, legislative staff, and the public. Ability to work objectively and impartially with members of all political parties and on all policy issues. Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability and willingness to work independently. Ability to work as a team member. Ability to function as a conscientious employee with a strong work ethic who pays attention to work product and process details. Must be well organized, have people skills, patience, diplomacy, and tact. Ability to compromise and maintain resolve as circumstances and priorities dictate. Ability to deal with people and adapt and react quickly to changing circumstances. Ability and willingness to work an extended schedule and extra hours with little or no advance notice. The position requires the ability to work with a personal computer and peripheral equipment in a Windows environment; the ability to utilize Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and MSWord is necessary. The position additionally requires the knowledge of other software products developed or owned by FCCC. The position requires the ability to perform online research using online data bases (LobbyTools, StateNet, Legislative data bases and national research tools). The position requires developing research surveys and analysis of the results. Training for these programs will be provided. Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers-Civitek offers a dynamic business culture that values, encourages, and includes collaboration of our employees. We’re driven by the need to build something better! Civitek creates technology solutions that protect revenue, save time, and free up resources for Florida’s Clerks and Comptrollers. What remains constant throughout our history of transformation is our dedication to our clerks, their constituents, our employees, and to the values on which Civitek was built: integrity, member/customer focused, simplicity, innovation, collaboration, ownership, and bring JOY. Our employees enjoy an exceptional benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, paid leave time, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, professional development, and an employee discount program. So if you are ready to be a part of building something better, join our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr