Legislative Services Analyst - Legislative Reference

Salary Range: $70,338.00- $112,807.00 Annually

Hiring Salary Range: $70,338.00- $91,572.00 Annually

Our Benefits

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

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Job Summary:

A Legislative Services Analyst conducts complex studies of major or con­tro­ver­sial City legislation and revises and drafts legislative and legal documents. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive managerial direction from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where normal working conditions are encountered. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

Experience: Have three years of experience in management, fiscal or legislative analysis or a related field.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of fiscal and legislative policy analysis.
• Knowledge of the organizational and legislative processes of Federal, State and Local government.
• Knowledge of legal research and documentation techniques.
• Ability to draft legislation and write analytical reports.
• Ability to review and analyze proposed and revised legislation for legal sufficiency.
• Ability to utilize personal computer and related software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
  
  

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Your Recruiter: Katrina Bayton

If you have any questions please contact Katrina Bayton Talent Acquisitions Specialist via email at Katrina.Bayton1@baltimorecity.gov.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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