Research Policy Assistant

$56,689 - $83,666/Yr

State of Nevada Jobs - Carson City, NV

Full-time - Entry Level

Carson City, NV

About the position

The Research Policy Assistant position at the Legislative Counsel Bureau (LCB) is a temporary role designed to provide administrative and secretarial support to the Research Division during the upcoming legislative session. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient workflow and communication among policy analysts and legislators, contributing to high-quality policy analysis and research support for the Nevada Legislature.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive secretarial support to Research Division staff, ensuring efficient workflow and communication.
• Maintaining organized calendars and files, ensuring easy access to important documents and scheduling information.
• Assisting policy analysts in reviewing and editing written responses to inquiries from legislators and constituents, maintaining clarity and accuracy.
• Managing incoming phone calls and directing inquiries appropriately and providing information as needed.
• Compiling and preparing legislative information for publication, ensuring adherence to formatting guidelines.
• Assisting policy analysts with committee assignments, providing research support and ensuring all tasks are completed on time.
• Scheduling and attending committee meetings.
• Coordinating logistics for meetings, including accommodations, meals, and transportation for legislators and other staff.
• Preparing and posting meeting agendas and ensuring timely distribution to all relevant parties.
• Compiling and uploading meeting materials to the legislative webpage.
• Transcribing and preparing modified verbatim minutes that accurately reflect meeting discussions and decisions, providing a reliable record for future reference.
• Reviewing and editing committee reports and research memoranda for clarity, accuracy and compliance with established standards.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 4 years of experience in a secretarial or administrative professional setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively multitask.
• Superior attention to detail with strong communication, grammar and spelling skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under tight deadlines.
• Ability to edit and proofread text for grammar and spelling accuracy, as well as prepare comprehensive and precise modified verbatim minutes of meetings.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Reliability, self-motivation, flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to operate typical office equipment, such as phone systems, copy machines and computers.
• Capability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work efficiently under stressful conditions.
• Commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of documents and communications.

Benefits

• Accrual of paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Membership in the State's retirement plan.
• Optional benefits including a deferred compensation program.