The Florida Legislature
The Florida Senate
Job Title
District Legislative Aide (District 34)
General Summary
The Office of State Senator Shevrin D. “Shev” Jones (District 34) is now accepting applications for a District Legislative Aide based in Miami Gardens, Florida. This position assists the Senator and staff with a variety of administrative, public relations, and communication functions. A basic understanding of the policies, procedures, and operating practices of the Florida Legislature is preferred. Proficiency in timely, accurate, and district-relevant content writing for all social media platforms, weekly newsletters, and responses to constituent inquiries is required.
This position will involve travel to Tallahassee.
Examples of Work Performed
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Manages or assists in managing a district office and supervises other staff in all functions performed by district office.
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Serves as a liaison for constituents.
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Responds to inquiries by seeking solutions to problems or assisting in the communication with appropriate agency.
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Performs research to gather and assemble information for drafting of bills, speeches, or special reports.
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Attends various local functions and meetings with supervisor to gather information, or on behalf of the supervisor, as a representative of the staff. Prepares and distributes press releases and other public information data.
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Supervises maintenance of district office files including selection of newspaper articles and other source materials for files.
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Manages district office expense account.
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Formulates replies to correspondence in draft or final form depending on the complexity of the issue.
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Advises supervisor of issues and projects in the district that require involvement to better serve the district.
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Reviews all correspondence, reports, and legislative proposals for accuracy and quality of content.
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May perform extensive background research on a bill in working it through the committee process.
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Performs other related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
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Knowledge of personal computers and use of software.
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Knowledge of the methods for organizing and presenting data.
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Knowledge of Florida laws, and the legislative and political processes and protocol.
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Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
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Ability to use independent judgment in handling media inquiries and news releases.
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Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
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Ability to review work for accuracy and quality of content.
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Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the demands of the public.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
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Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
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Ability to supervise/manage people.
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Ability to work and make decisions independently.
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Ability to compose correspondence.
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Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.
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Ability to manage time well.
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Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and contribute to the effective internal functioning of the operation.
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Ability to travel within the district and may involve travel to Tallahassee if needed.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience is preferred.
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for the one year of required experience.
Professional or non-professional administrative experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.
Application Deadline
Open until filled
Submission of Application
Interested parties may send a resume and completed Florida Legislature Employment Application to:
The Honorable Shevrin D. “Shev” Jones
State Senator District 34
606 N.W. 183rd Street
Miami Gardens, Florida 33169
Applications are available through the Florida Legislature's web site Online Sunshine and in Room 701 of the Claude Pepper Building.
Accommodation for Disability
If an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803.
