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6/28/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-03503
Asst Director for Communications -Legislative Research Commission (Non-Merit)
Employment Type
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | LRC | 40.0 HR/WK
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Legislative | Legislative Research Commission
Location
702 Capital Ave
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Legislative Research Commission is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Director for Communications. This position is nonpartisan in nature and requires the ability to work with neutrality in a politically charged environment.
The Legislative Research Commission provides staff support to the Kentucky General Assembly. The agency offers unique opportunities to people seeking fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding careers. LRC staff members provide diverse services and are united by the common purpose of supporting the branch of government closest to the people.
This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits including health and life insurance; retirement plan; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. Compensatory time is awarded on an hour-for-hour basis with prior approval.
Job Duties: Support the work of the Director to advance the mission of the agency. Work with writers to focus on research reports and to present information accurately and clearly. Manage development, review, and revision of agency reports, manuals, educational materials, and other publications as needed. Manage printing and distribution of agency printed materials. Oversee agency communication programs (internal and external). Coordinate and present staff training on writing, and grammar. Format complex agency publications for printing using Microsoft Word. Manage agency identity through publication design and editorial standards. Develop and implement agency writing and visual style standards. Maintain staff by interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training employees. Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment. Lead staff by communicating job expectations and plans; by monitoring and appraising job results; and by providing coaching, counseling, and disciplinary measures. Perform other duties as assigned. Desired Skills and Abilities: Understanding of the legislative process. Proficiency with current office technology, including office IT general business software such as Microsoft Office. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Successful experience developing budgets. Administrative experience developing and implementing agency mission and goals. Ability to lead in a responsible, respectful manner to ensure a healthy, productive agency. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to work under pressure and meet specific deadlines. Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Master's or other advanced degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Minimum of 10+ years in editing of research and technical writing. At least 5 years of management experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Becca Fryman at or .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
