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County of Maui · 1 month ago

LEGISLATIVE ANALYST

Wailuku, HI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$81K/yr - $154K/yr

County of Maui is seeking a Legislative Analyst for the Office of Council Services. The role involves assisting the County Council and its committees with legislative responsibilities, including research, analysis, and coordination of meetings.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Work in coordination with others to carry out the functions of the Office of Council Services, which include assisting the County Council, its committees, and the Councilmembers with their legislative responsibilities

Routine work includes researching, analyzing, and reporting on legislative issues; drafting legislation, meeting agendas, and correspondence; and coordinating and staffing legislative meetings

Occasionally, attendance at evening meetings and off-island meetings may be required

Other related duties may be assigned, including light lifting, setting up interactive conference technology for remote meetings, transporting Councilmembers and staff, and coordinating special events

Qualification

Research skillsAnalysis skillsWriting skillsMicrosoft OfficeGovernment work experienceManage multiple assignmentsEvent coordinationPublic speakingWork independentlyCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's or graduate degree. Official transcripts will be requested

Strong research, analysis, writing skills, and related experience

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office word processing and spreadsheet software and other computer applications

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license

Ability to staff evening and off-island meetings and travel between islands

Ability to work with limited supervision on multiple competing assignments in a dynamic work environment

Qualification on a written test administered by the Office of Council Services

Preferred

Government work experience is preferred

Experience in one or more of the following fields is highly preferred: land-use planning; government finance; policy research and analysis; parliamentary procedure; smart growth and sustainable development; government relations; housing; human concerns; infrastructure; parks and recreation; transit; journalism; public works; and environmental issues