Texas Workforce Commission Hiring for Legislative Coordinator (Occasional Telework) at Austin, TX Full Time

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in the TWC Main Office in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide and many of our positions are suitable for teleworking. We’re a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.

You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

Who You Are

A dedicated professional with experience working in the Texas Capitol who is looking to put their skills to work for a state agency with a wide range of services that impact the lives of every Texan. You are a self-starting, motivated, collaborative problem solver who understands the value of clear and concise messaging in achieving results.

What You Will Do

The Legislative Coordinator (Administrative Assistant VI) performs advanced (senior-level) administrative support work in support of the Governmental Relations Department. Work involves assisting elected officials and staff with constituent inquiries related to TWC and monitoring certain action of the Texas Legislature. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

You Will Be Trusted To

• This position will serve as the Legislative Coordinator for the TWC Governmental Relations Department and reports to the Director of Governmental Relations.
• Assist elected officials and their staff with constituent inquiries and other information requests of TWC.
• Assist with departmental reports related to legislative activities and in monitoring certain action of the Texas Legislature including but not limited to: maintaining department schedules for committee hearings, monitors actions of the Texas House and Senate, reviews filed legislation, assigns proposed legislation for analysis, and compiles daily department reports on legislative activities for distribution to agency staff.
• Maintain files for assigned work, monitors responses for timely receipt and quality of the content, coordinates meetings and schedules appointments.
• Provide advanced administrative and professional assistance for department including but not limited to: answering incoming phone calls and departmental operations associated with travel, work orders, and purchasing.
• Work with considerable latitude and independent judgment.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Hours other than 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday involved as needed.

You Qualify With

• Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of GED certification, plus five years of full-time experience that provided knowledge of administrative support functions and office practices and procedures, or clerical administration and business management practices, such as preparation, maintenance and control of forms, records, and reports.
• Fifteen semester hours of accredited college work may be substituted for six months of experience.

You Are a Great Fit With

• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communications skills
• Experience working in the Texas Legislature or a State of Texas Agency performing duties related to Governmental Relations.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of software programs to produce administrative documents such as reports, correspondence, and other detailed information.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communications skills
• Experience working in the Texas Legislature or a State of Texas Agency performing duties related to Governmental Relations.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of software programs to produce administrative documents such as reports, correspondence, and other detailed information.
• Possess a working knowledge of the Texas Workforce Commission’s programs and policies.

You Gain

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
• Competitive salary: $4,874.83/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

Veterans

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AdministrativeSupport.pdf

How To Apply

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment, and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in Taleo.

TWC is not considering applications from persons who require sponsorship for an employment visa.

A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Austin

Work Locations

Austin:101 E 15th St (320-4001)

Job

Office and Administrative Support Workers

Organization

TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

Jul 29, 2023, 12:00:00 AM

Work From Home

Yes