Lead Committee Assistant -Legislative Research Commission (Non-Merit)

Commonwealth of Kentucky - Frankfort, KY

Part-time - Entry Level

Frankfort, KY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Lead Committee Assistant position at the Legislative Research Commission is a part-time role focused on providing support to the Kentucky General Assembly. This nonpartisan position requires strong organizational and communication skills to effectively train and collaborate with committee assistant staff in a politically charged environment. The role involves developing training materials, conducting presentations, and assisting in the evaluation of candidates for committee assistant positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of the committee assistant position at a high level.
• Create and develop training materials for incoming committee assistants.
• Develop a trusting working relationship with committee assistant staff by consulting and collaborating with each member of the committee staff team.
• Resolve work-related issues that impact committee assistant staff.
• Complete training presentations for all committee assistants on session and interim procedures.
• Assist with interviews and evaluating candidates for committee assistant.
• Perform one-on-one training with individual committee assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; Associates or higher degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of committee assistant experience required.

Nice-to-haves

• Outstanding communication skills
• Ability to develop and make presentations to co-workers
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to assist in interviewing and evaluating personnel
• Advanced knowledge of the legislative process
• Ability to train individuals in all aspects of the job.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan