Legislative Assistant

• Provide secretarial, clerical and office managerial support for Rep. Goodwin
• Compose and type correspondence
• Track bills and monitor committee hearing activities
• Provide receptionist services for the legislative office in a professional manner
• Maintain the legislator's calendar, both in-district and in capital, making and confirming conferences and appointments
• Develop and maintain an efficient office filing system for legislation, committee and constituent work
• Respond to constituent inquiries on bill status
• Conduct basic research on legislation and policy topics
• Prepare and send mass mailings, newsletters, press releases and agency requests
• Make arrangements for travel, lodging and conference registration fees
• Communicate and share information with other member offices, legislative agencies, executive agency personnel and the public, as appropriate

• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Word processing and database management skills
• Knowledge of legislative, administrative, and judicial systems
• Ability to research and solve constituent questions and problems
• Ability to track legislation and prepare briefings for the legislator on relevant proposed legislation
• Ability to perform multiple tasks with efficiency and accuracy within assigned deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively, while exercising professional judgment and confidentiality at all times
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred, but relevant work experience, education, and knowledge will be considered

Receives the same fringe benefits available to other State of Wisconsin employees