Research Specialist DFL Caucus Research Department

Research Specialist DFL Caucus Research Department

Full-time temporary Research Specialist position with the DFL Caucus of the Minnesota House of Representatives to provide research and administrative support for House DFL Research and DFL members of the House. The position will start in February and last approximately 3-4 months.

Duties include formatting, proofing, editing, copying, and distributing bill summaries and other legislative materials produced by DFL Research staff during the legislative session. Duties also include overseeing written products produced during the legislative interim as well as coordinating requests for information from DFL members. We expect this position to cover the Rules Committee for DFL Research.

Position requires excellent formatting, writing and editing skills, as well as strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Working knowledge of the legislative process is essential to effectively function in this position. Must have the ability to work long and irregular hours. BA/BS required.

This is an hourly, at-will position that works in person. Benefits include earned sick and safe time, paid holidays based on hours worked, and earned non-exempt overtime. Starting classification and hourly rate commensurate with relevant experience. Research Specialist hourly range is $29.34-$52.80 per hour commensurate with experience. The starting salary range for an entry‑level Research Specialist is generally between $29.34 and $32.27 per hour, depending on relevant experience.

To ensure consideration, cover letter and resume must be received by 5 p.m., Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Send to:

EMAIL: DFL.jobs.gov

Please indicate job title you are applying for in your cover letter.

MAIL: DFL Personnel Committee

c/o Human Resources

3rd Floor Centennial Office Building

658 Cedar Street

St. Paul, MN 55155

Candidates with a disability who wish to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process may contact Kelly.

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Salary/Compensation: $29.34 - $32.27 per hour