Legislative Advocate jobs in Hayden, AZ

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The Legislative and Public Records Liaison will play a pivotal role in supporting the efficient operation of our office by tracking legislative activities and managing public records requests. This position is essential for ensuring we respond effectively to legislative changes and maintain transparency in our processes.

Legislative Tracking:

• Monitor and track bills introduced in the legislature that impact our organization and constituents.
• Analyze proposed legislation to identify potential implications and assess their impact on our operations.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies and advocacy groups, to stay informed about legislative developments.
• Provide timely updates and reports to senior management regarding significant legislative matters.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation related to legislative activities
• Prepare reports and summaries highlighting legislative trends, impacts, and compliance with public records laws.
•  Assist in developing policies and procedures related to legislative tracking and public records management. 

• Receive, review, and process public records requests following applicable laws and regulations
• Receive, review, and process public records requests following applicable laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with the executive admins to gather requested information and documents.
• Maintain accurate records of public records requests and responses.
• Ensure compliance with established procedures and deadlines for public records requests.
• Respond to inquiries.  
  

• applications of automated information systems;
• business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition;
• rules, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable within the work unit;
• County policies and procedures for the administration of contracts, IGA, and related activities;
• research and analysis techniques and report writing;
• principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and evaluation, and County personnel policies/procedures;
• office practices, procedures, and equipment.

• use of automated information systems to maintain data and produce documents;
• coordinating and prioritizing multiple tasks and activities of assigned units;
• researching, compiling, and analyzing information, and writing complex reports;
• communicating effectively;
• maintaining appropriate security and confidentiality of sensitive information;
• planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff;
• organizing and coordinating meetings;
• performing mathematical calculations at an appropriate level for assigned duties.

1. Minimum two (2) years experience in the study of legislation, political science, or other similar field. 
2. Minimum two (2) years experience with Microsoft programs, including Teams and Word applications. Special emphasis on advanced knowledge of Excel. 
3. Experience in report writing. 
4. Experience with learning advanced computer programs.
5. Experience in working independently, or unsupervised.