Legislative Editor

Job  - Legislative Editor

Agency:
Legislative Research Council

Location:

Pierre, SD

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

This is a full-time position with the South Dakota Legislative Research Council. For more information on the Legislative Research Council please visit the LRC website .

The Legislative Research Council, which is the nonpartisan research and support staff to the South Dakota State Legislature, is accepting applications for a permanent, full-time
Legislative Editor
. An applicant must have an interest in the legislative process and be results-oriented, honest, discrete, trustworthy, and articulate.

• Proof legislative documents during session;
• Printing and delivering all necessary session paperwork;
• Assist in proofing the yearly Session Laws and Codified Laws;
• Serve as committee secretary for the Rules Review and Code Commission Committees;
• Compile and publish the South Dakota Register;
• Proof and update Administrative Rules;
• Compile and send LRC style and form rules packets to agencies;
• Edit and format all office publications; and
• Other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or political science is preferred;
• Strong writing and proofing skills;
• Strong computer skills, and the ability to learn specialized systems;
• The ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a manner that clearly and efficiently conveys information to legislators and the public;
• The ability to remain objective and nonpartisan in relations to all legislative matters, maintain confidentiality, and handle politically sensitive work; and
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and extended hours during the legislative session.

$54,000 to $98,200. Actual starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience.