Committee Clerk, Legislative Aide, Program Budget Analyst

STATE OF HAWAII

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Twenty-fifth Legislature

Seeking energetic, outgoing and team-oriented individuals interested in participating in the legislative process.  The following temporary positions are for the 2010 Legislative Session, and run from January 2010 - May 2010.

COMMITTEE CLERK/LEGISLATIVE AIDE/RESEARCHER                   
Temporary full-time positions.

Digest legislation, review reports, and recommend courses of action to the committee.  Draft resolutions and committee reports.  Handle inquiries concerning the status of legislation.  Process a variety of correspondence.  Coordinate meetings and public hearings.  Assemble and prepare bills and testimony for hearings.  Coordinate legislative activities and tours for student and constituent groups as needed.  Perform other duties as directed.  Long hours and flexibility required. Familiarity with Microsoft Word 2007 and Microsoft Excel 2007 preferred.

LEGISLATIVE ATTORNEY                                                                        
Temporary full-time positions.

Requires strong writing and legal research skills.  Will draft bills and other legislative documents, and respond to legal opinion requests as assigned.  Must be licensed by the Hawaii State Supreme Court.  Strong skills in Microsoft Word 2007 and familiarity with Microsoft Access 2007 and the legislative process preferred, but not necessary.

PROGRAM BUDGET ANALYST                                                               
Temporary full-time positions.

Perform review and analysis of State budget documents and funding requests submitted by State departments, agencies, and legislative committees.  Prepare budget documents, committee reports, and related worksheets for review and approval by the Legislature.  Perform other duties as directed. Requires strong analytical & critical thinking, writing, communication and math skills.  Must be able to work long hours, including some weekends and holidays.  The ability to interact with government officials and the general public is required.  A general understanding of State and county programs and services and the legislative process preferred.  Familiarity with Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft Word 2007, and databases preferred.

BOOKKEEPER                                                                                           
Temporary full-time positions.

Maintain and record financial transactions and account information. Evaluate records for accuracy of balances, postings, calculations, and other records.  Requires knowledge of standard office practices and communication skills. Ability to learn quickly and work independently. Detail oriented and flexible. Strong Microsoft Word 2007 skills preferred.

INFORMATION RESOURCES SPECIALIST                                           
Temporary full-time positions.

Requires a minimum of 2 years experience in troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and installing hardware such as PCs, laptops, laser printers, servers, and PDAs.  Must have strong skills in a variety of software, especially with Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Windows XP, and Microsoft Windows 2003 Server.  Knowledge of networking, including wireless networks, and transmission media such as CAT 5 and 6.  Ability to respond to user assistance requests.

CLERK/DATA-ENTRY CLERK                                                  
Temporary full and part-time positions.

Requires knowledge of standard office practices and communication skills. Ability to learn quickly and work independently. Problem solving/critical thinking skills. Detail oriented and flexible. Must type at least 40 wpm. Strong Microsoft Word 2007 skills preferred. Word processor typing skill assessment may be required.

RECEPTIONIST                                                                          
Temporary full and part-time positions.

Requires excellent communication and customer service skills with pleasant telephone etiquette. Should possess knowledge of standard office practices.  Minimal typing and clerical services.

SERVICE AIDE                                                                           
Temporary full and part-time positions.

Seeking service oriented individuals who are prompt, follow instructions, and work well with others.   Responsibilities include security, crowd control, and public safety activities.  May also include some lifting, moving furniture, delivering, cleaning, sorting mail, and other similar activities.

To Apply, Submit Resume with Cover Letter indicating desired position(s) to:

HOUSE CHIEF CLERK'S OFFICE, Attn: Resume

415 South Beretania Street Room 027

Honolulu HI  96813

 E-mail: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]

Fax: (808) 586-6401

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements for most positions: Must be able to work long hours, including some weekends and holidays.  The ability to interact with government officials and the general public is required.  A general understanding of State and county programs and services and the legislative process; and ability to draft and review legislative documents are preferred, but not necessary.  Knowledge of office procedures and practices preferred.  Perform other duties as directed.