Session Information Assistant

Job DescriptionThe nonpartisan Legislative Affairs Agency provides objective, accurate, and timely services and products to the Alaska Legislature and Alaskans to support and inform policy making, facilitate public access to the legislative process, and preserve the legislative institution.Working in seamless partnership across sections, staff approach their tasks with professionalism, grace, and courtesy in supporting the challenging and vital work of the legislative branch.DefinitionWorks in the Juneau Legislative Information Office to support session activities of the Legislature. Provide information via phone, email, and online chat service, connect constituents to their legislators, moderate live committee hearings and assists the Information Officer with the daily office operation. This position will work 40 hours per week.Examples of DutiesOperates teleconference equipment and moderates committee hearings to help facilitate public testimony and participation in the legislative process.Maintain communication with Media Services regarding the status of meetings and troubleshoots problems with the teleconference connections or equipment during the hearings.Processes public information messages (POMs) by taking information by phone, e-mail or fax and relaying the message to the appropriate legislative office.Answers office telephones and responds to questions from constituents and legislative staff.Acts as a call operator for committee hearings and gathers information from callers to assure they are placed in the correct meeting.Answers online website chat service.Conducts basic research on topics related to statutes, legislation, and legislative actions.Identifies appropriate resources for public questions and provides contact information.Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.Knowledge of Alaska legislature, legislative procedure, and legislative committees.Knowledge of Alaska state government divisions and agencies.Knowledge of basic computer programs.Ability to write and speak clearly, concisely and in a well-organized manner.Ability to act professionally, objectively, and impartially in dealing with legislators and public.Ability to communicate and perform effectively and diplomatically with personal contacts.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle politically sensitive work.Why work for the Legislative Affairs Agency?Working here is a chance to be a part of Alaska history. LAA employees provide essential nonpartisan support to the Legislature where vital policy and laws are created. The Agency is made up of eleven sections led by a management team with 200 years of combined legislative experience and institutional knowledge who, along with our staff, share an unwavering commitment to serving Alaskans. We work in a dynamic environment and teamwork is not just a buzzword, but fundamental to everything we do.We valueAccountability. We are committed to responsible use of human, financial, and environmental resources. Respect. We provide services without discrimination or judgment. Integrity. We are honest and ethical in our work. The Alaska Legislature values the unique contributions that candidates with diverse experiences, knowledge and backgrounds can bring to our work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace.Comprehensive Benefit PackageThe Alaska Legislature offers health benefits including a range of coverage choices for medical, dental, and vision; a health flexible spending account; as well as other health services such as Teladoc, Hinge Health, and Surgery Plus. In addition, there are a variety of supplemental elections: life insurance, additional accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, and both short- and long-term disability.Health and WellnessEmployees have access to a 24/7 Wellness Center, which is a small fee-based workout facility ($50 annually) with two treadmills, two ellipticals, one recumbent bike, strength training equipment, free weights, two showers, one steam room, lockers, and towel service. For mental health wellness, the State of Alaska offers free, confidential help through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Financial Well-BeingThe State offers savings and investment plans, paid leave, insurance options, and more to help employees meet their financial goals.This includesPublic Employee Retirement System (PERS), with either a Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution based on original State of Alaska hire date.Deferred Compensation plan with options for before or after payroll taxes.Supplemental Benefits System Annuity (SBS) in lieu of Social Security.Workers Compensation Insurance.Voluntary Savings Plan (Defined Benefit participants only)Professional DevelopmentProfessional development that empowers employees to do the work they love and reach their career goals is encouraged and expected.Work/Life BalanceWork/life Balance Is Supported Through:Agency staff may accrue as compensatory time up to 150 hours of hours worked over the standard work week (40 hours). There is no cash value to compensatory time.The State offers paid leave starting at 6:28 (h:mm) a pay period or 21 days a year. If you have previous time working for the State of Alaska in a leave eligible position, the time will be calculated into your accrual rate.12 paid State holidays each year.The Legislative Affairs Agency is a family-friendly employer.The Alaska State Legislature has an onsite daycare with priority given to legislative employees' children.An assigned parking space may be available upon request.Minimum QualificationsAlaska residentHigh school diploma or equivalent.One-year relevant work experience.Additional Required InformationSpecial NoteThis is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(3). Positions in the Legislative Affairs Agency are required to be politically neutral.Additional Required InformationMultiple vacancies may be recruited through this posting.Only selected applicants will be interviewed.Interviewed applicants must provide three references.Contact InformationLegislative Affairs Personnel(907) 465-3854personnelgroup@akleg.govCareers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)Insurance BenefitsHealth insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dentalThe following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.AVTECConfidentialCorrectional OfficersMarine EngineersMt. Edgecumbe TeachersSupervisoryUnlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's UnionExempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. General GovernmentLabor, Trades and CraftsPublic Safety Employees AssociationMasters, Mates & Pilots Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit) Optional Insurance BenefitsGroup-based insurance premiums forTerm life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)Long-term and short-term disabilityAccidental Death and DismembermentLong-term care (self and eligible family members)Supplemental Survivor Benefits Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses Retirement BenefitsMembership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social SecurityOption to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation ProgramNote: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment optionsSee https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional informationPaid Leave & Other BenefitsPersonal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time servedTwelve (12) paid holidays a yearEmployer State of AlaskaAddress PO Box 110201Juneau, Alaska, 99811Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/