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NEOGOV · 2 days ago

Consultant - Senate Committee on Education (Sacramento, CA)

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$7,006/mo - $13,328/mo

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the California State Senate, which is dedicated to improving legislation for the state. The Consultant will be responsible for preparing policy analyses, tracking state legislation, and coordinating communication among various stakeholders in the legislative process.

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Responsibilities

Performing duties including, but not limited to, preparing written policy and fiscal analyses

Tracking state legislation in a diverse portfolio of policy areas

Providing timely and accurate information to the Chair, Senate leadership, and members of the Committee

Effectively coordinating and communicating with legislative staff, representatives of state government agencies and departments, advocates, and other interested parties

Drafting Committee agendas and analyses

Presenting policy rationale to the Chair and other members of the Committee

Contributing to Committee reports

Preparing speaking points for the Chair

Qualification

Policy analysisLegislative process knowledgeAnalytical proficiencyProgrammatic expertiseCommunication skillsTeam collaborationCreativityInitiative

Required

Bachelor's degree required

At least three (3) years relevant experience is required

Candidates must have a background and familiarity with policy and analysis

Candidates must also have experience and knowledge of the legislative and committee process

The ability to maintain a high level of analytical proficiency

The ability to develop strong programmatic expertise

The ability to foster positive working relationships in a team environment

Candidates must have the ability to independently manage a substantial workload under strict deadlines (requiring working nights and weekends as necessary)

Analyze complex legislative proposals and succinctly communicate the policy and fiscal implications, both orally and in writing

Demonstrate initiative and creativity in developing recommendations to improve proposals and advance and advocate for legislative proposals

Develop strong programmatic expertise in relevant policy areas

Exhibit maturity and professionalism