Liberty Jobs Legislative Director

Description

Texas Action is the premier liberty-minded bill analysis and vote recommendation organization serving the Texas legislature. Our analysts provide plain-language bill summaries and liberty-minded vote recommendations to state legislators. Vote recommendations are made based on each bill’s alignment with our Liberty Principles: Individual Liberty, Personal Responsibility, Private Property Rights, Free Markets, & Limited Government.

We are looking for a legislative director to help guide and mentor policy analysts, build their writing and public policy analysis skills, and keep the process moving in a fast-paced environment.

This position is full-time temporary, with a start date of December 17, 2018 and running through the end of May, 2019.

To apply, email your resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected]. In your cover letter please articulate how your alignment with our Liberty Principles makes you the perfect fit for this position and how your experience makes you an exceptional candidate for this position.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

How to Apply

Email resume and cover letter to [email protected] In your cover letter please describe your alignment with our Liberty Principles and tell us how your experience makes you an excellent candidate for Legislative Director.

Summary

Company:

Texas Action

Location:

Austin, TX

Compensation:

Open:

11-06-2018 to 12-31-2018

Telecommute:

No

Required Experience:

3 years

Required Skills:

Must be able to analyze legislation and summarize it in concise, plain English. Must be a leader who can mentor policy analysts and teach them how to effectively research, analyze, and summarize legislation. Must be an effective communicator and have excellent writing skills. Must be able to show up every day on time and stay until the job is done.

Desired Skills:

Senior level policy experience in the office of a state or federal legislator.