Field Information Officer (Seward) Job at State of Alaska, Juneau, AK

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  • State of Alaska
  • Juneau, AK

Job Description

The Legislative Affairs Agency is seeking an individual who is interested in community outreach, motivated to learn, can work independently and collaborate in a team environment to fill a vacancy in the Legislative Information Office in Seward. The position is staffed at a range 16 ($2516.00 bi-weekly).

Definition

Independently manages a legislative information office. Serves as a liaison between the legislature and the public. Distributes information to the public about the legislature and legislative proceedings via e-mail, print media, radio and personal contact. Coordinates public hearing teleconferences enabling the public to participate in legislative meetings.

Examples Of Duties

  • Monitors legislative session and furnishes information to the public on upcoming hearings available via teleconference, bills, committee action and floor proceedings.
  • Schedules teleconferences, advertises the date and topic, assembles materials, operates teleconference equipment and moderates testimony. Maintains communication with the Juneau office during the teleconference and distributes materials to participants.
  • Troubleshoots problems with teleconference connection or equipment during the call. Maintains a log of participants. Sends written testimony and other correspondence to committees and legislators.
  • Processes public information messages (POMs) by taking information by phone, e-mail or fax and relaying the message to the appropriate legislative office.
  • Answers telephones and responds to questions from constituents.
  • Conducts basic research on topics related to statutes, legislation and legislative actions.
  • Identifies appropriate resources for public questions and provides contact information.
  • Writes non-partisan press releases about legislative actions for distribution to local newspapers and radio stations.
  • Writes newsletters for subscribers wishing to learn about legislative activity and upcoming teleconferences. Maintains a database of constituents interests in order to provide them with updated information throughout the legislative session.
  • Assists legislators in efforts to communicate with the community.
  • Procures and maintains computers and office equipment for the LIO office. Operates the office within budget and accounts for all expenditures.
  • Prepares yearly inventory of office equipment and furniture.
  • Recruits and hires information assistants and reserves.
  • Processes permanent fund division online applications and certifying documents.
  • Provides notary services for official state government business.

At least one year of college or technical school or least one year of relevant work experience.

Please note: This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Special Note

This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(3). Positions in the Legislative Affairs Agency are required to be politically neutral. Legislative Affairs Personnel

Personnelgroup@akleg.gov

(907) 465-3854

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area,

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