Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

Example of Duties

Under the direction of the Municipal Clerk, the Legislative Specialist provides professional support services to the Municipal Clerk's Office in the execution of its duties and responsibilities. Research and draft legislation; draft reports and other working papers to accompany legislation; convene stakeholders and incorporate their input on legislation. Develop trainings, convene stakeholders, and conduct training sessions as required by the Municipal Clerk. Identify available grants, write grant materials, and submit grant applications. Understand and apply the Municipal legislative process, Anchorage Municipal Code, Alaska Statutes, and legislative drafting techniques. Research and analyze policies and legislative issues. Understand Municipal budgets and purchasing processes and procedures. This position works collaboratively with the Municipal Clerk's Office staff, Assembly and Legislative Counsel and staff, the Municipal Ombudsman's Office, and the Legislative Services Office. Work independently, with the Municipal Clerk, with Assembly leadership, or individual Assembly members, occasional nights, and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and nine (9) years of experience conducting research, project management, report writing, program management, and/or program support.

OR

Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting or a similar discipline and seven (7) years of experience conducting research, project management, report writing, program management, and/or program support.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting or a similar discipline and five (5) years of experience conducting research, project management, report writing, program management, and/or program support.

OR

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting or a similar discipline and three (3) years of experience conducting research, project management, report writing, program management, and/or program support.

• Submit a cover letter summarizing your qualifications for this position.
• Submit a comprehensive resume of your work history.
• Submit contact information for three professional references.
• Submit copy of transcripts for highest degree awarded or diploma
• If you referenced any certifications or licenses on your resume, submit evidence.
• If active military service is on your resume, submit a DD Form 214. 
• Submit a current copy of your driver's license (front & back)

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 13 Paid Holidays