Research Assistant - Office of Senator Brent Jackson

* Hiring Range:
Based on Experience *

* Closing Date: 03/12/2026; 5:00 p.m. *

The North Carolina Senate is seeking a highly qualified Research Assistant to work in the office of Senator Brent Jackson, Co-Chair of the Senate Appropriations and Co-Chair of the Senate Agriculture, Energy, and Environment Committee. Under general supervision, the Research Assistant will conduct policy and legal research for the Senate Appropriations/Agriculture Co-Chair, applicable Senate policy committees, and for other members as assigned by Senator Jackson.

This position requires performing with a high level of accuracy and completeness, with strict attention to content and methods. The Research Assistant works under the overall direction of the Senate Appropriations/Agriculture Co-Chair, Senator Jackson.

• Performs legal and policy research using various sources such as Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, and Legisnet, bill status, statutory retrieval, and library sources.
• Assists other members and leadership staff in organizing, preparing, and presenting information for legislators and committees.
• May draft simple bills, resolutions, and amendments for the Senate Appropriations Chair.
• Works closely with staff attorneys to research and draft legislation.
• May respond to information and reference questions from legislators, legislative staff, and the public on behalf of Sen. Jackson.
• Reviews, proofreads, and edits legislative documents.
• Performs other duties as assigned with a high degree of skill, attention to detail, and independence.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Practical knowledge of the elements of reference and policy research.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, research software, and Adobe Acrobat DC.
• Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis.
• Ability to work independently, organize and analyze materials, and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle politically sensitive work.
• Ability to work objectively and impartially both with respect to members of both political parties and with respect to issues of state.
• Willingness and ability to work extended schedules.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Requires a bachelor's degree; or,
• Bachelor's degree and a paralegal certificate; or,
• Any similar combination of the above education and experience.

*** NC General Assembly positions are NOT Subject to G.S. 126 - State Human Resources Act.***

To apply for the Research Assistant position, please complete the online NC General Assembly application through the NC General Assembly website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Detailed Cover Letter that must address:
  • All the applicant requirements and competences listed above.
  • Employment and/or educational experience relevant to the position.
  • Reasons for wanting to join the office of Sen. Jackson.
• Résumé (up to two pages in length).

Please Note:

To receive credit for work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application. Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application packet.

North Carolina General Assembly

Senate – Office of Senator Brent Jackson

Joe.

Johnson

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