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State of Minnesota · 3 days ago

Legislative Coordinator / State Program Administrative Senior

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$59K/yr - $87K/yr

2+ years exp

The State of Minnesota is committed to improving the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans through effective policy development. The Legislative Coordinator will provide advanced legislative coordination and consultation, supporting agency-wide legislative initiatives and ensuring compliance with procedural guidelines.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinate legislative proposal development, technical assistance requests and agency responses, and fiscal note preparation, and ensure accuracy and timeliness

Facilitate communication between agency leadership and legislative bodies

Manage legislative training and informational sessions

Conduct research and analysis to inform legislative strategy

Manage online technology solutions for the Government Relations Team

Monitor legislative hearings

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legislative advocacyPolicy developmentProject managementHuman services knowledgeWriting skillsInformal leadershipResearchAnalysisCultural competencyCommunication skillsFast-paced environment

Required

Two (2) years of experience in a position supporting or engaging in legislative advocacy or policy development at the state, local, or federal level

Effective project management skills sufficient to lead policy staff and leadership through various complex processes, including proposal development, hearing/testimony preparation, and preparing reports to the legislature

Strong informal leadership skills and experience directing leadership and colleagues to meet established timelines and work product quality requirements

Knowledge of human services concepts, programs, roles, and functions of state government, as well as of the county and local delivery system

Demonstrated high-quality writing skills exhibited through preparation of legislation, clear and concise fact sheets, talking points, briefing packets, reports, presentations, and correspondence for legislators and/or upper management

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Understanding of the legislative process and timelines in Minnesota

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care