Legislative Public Information Specialist

The mission of the Legislative Services Division (LSD) is to provide bill and amendment drafting, committee staffing, policy and legal research, reference and communications, information technology, and administrative support services to the House, Senate, and other divisions of the Legislative Branch and to support the mission of the Legislative Council.

This non-partisan position will help LSD with this mission by :

• providing a wide range of functions in public relations, information management, and high-level legislative support.
• providing strategic leadership for the division's public relation and communications ensuring accurate, transparent, and accessible information about the Legislature and its work.
• directing all operations of the Legislative Session Information Desk including oversight of short term staff

A successful candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of public relations, civic education, and media strategy.
• Thorough understanding of Montana's public records and records retention laws.
• Substantial knowledge of English grammar and style.
• Basic knowledge of the structure and operations of Montana state government and the legislative process.
• Basic knowledge of continuity of operations policies and practices
• Basic knowledge of supervision practices
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential, or politically nuanced matters with discretion.
• Ability to independently solve problems and adapt to changing deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with legislators, media, and public audiences.
• Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others when assigned.
• Ability in project management
• Skill in developing and implementing long range public information plans aligned with the division and branch goals
• Skill in interpreting and applying policies, regulations (MCA, ARM), and MOM policies.
• Skill in managing content management systems and social media platforms.
• Skill in Microsoft Office 360 suite.

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of six years of experience in public relations, communications, journalism, or law. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

The Legislative Branch participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, Link to E-Verify Website [e-verify.gov].