Springfield, IL3 days ago
The primary responsibilities of this position include: Digest, quickly and accurately, large volumes of fiscal and policy data in order to assist the House Democratic members; Conduct legislative research; Research and prepare memos and bill analyses; Advise members in negotiations and debate; Work closely with members, House staff, and attorneys in the Legislative Reference Bureau (LRB) to draft legislative proposals into bill form; Work with legislative members (and other House staff) to ensure that legislative committees function smoothly - including providing guidance on committee procedure; Work closely with caucus members, other staff, lobbyists, and constituents to respectfully answer questions and provide assistance regarding issues found in House member districts; and . Compensation: $49,000 minimum - compensation based on experience and education; Health, dental, vision, prescription, behavioral health, and life insurance, for details visit: Participation in State Employees' Retirement System; Optional participation in health savings account and deferred compensation programs; Competitive vacation, sick, and personal time.