Legislative Liaison 2

The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) is seeking a highly motivated Legislative Liaison 2 to serve as the agency's point of contact for legislative matters. This professional reports to and collaborates with the Executive Director on building relationships with members of the General Assembly, the promotion of PHMC and legislative issues and strategies. If you have proven communication skills and a strong background in legislative policies, we want to hear from you. Bring your ambition and talents to our team!

As Legislative Liaison, you will provide technical support through the tracking, review and analysis of all legislative bills and related issues which have a fiscal, program, or legal implication on the functions of the department and are characterized by significant public visibility, impact and have considerable public sensitivity.

You will have the opportunity to utilize your skills to coordinate internal analysis of legislative issues with program experts, prepare briefing papers and recommend legislative strategies. Additional responsibilities include tracking bills and issues as they migrate through the system, assisting with preparation of responses and testimonies, and performing duties as an advocate for PHMC with members of the General Assembly throughout the process of information gathering and sharing.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, three days per week in the office. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of professional and varied governmental experience which included at least three years of work in legislative or policy analysis; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.htmland click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.