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The salary for this position is $45,531 - $75,961 This position will expire on September 12, 2025 General Description and Classification Standards This position reports to the Legislation Services Director and interfaces with department managers and staff. Assists in the preparation of legislation and support documents in preparation for City Council agendas. Researches and reviews contracts for accuracy regarding legislative matters and disseminates as required. Supervision Received Works under general supervision with other analysts or support team members with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Researches and reviews legislative issues for City Council, including but not limited to financial initiatives, and disseminates research findings orally and in writing. Researches specific legislative issues for City Council. Plans, organizes and coordinates department legislation for committee process. Analyzes legislative review forms for completeness, ensuring that adequate information is captured. Proofreads committee agenda and full council report, and verifies amendments to Charter, code and other City documents. Interacts with internal and external individuals and agencies regarding particular issues. Maintain tracking system for legislation Performs other duties as assigned Decision Making Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks Leadership provides Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledges, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of City government policies, practices and procedures. Knowledge of City legislative process. Knowledge of City organizational structure and key contacts within departments. Microsoft Office skills Excel, Power Point, and organizational skills, DocuSign skills. Ability to research legislative topics in variety of sources. Ability to develop contacts with other legislative policy makers within Georgia. Ability to interface with multiple levels within the departments and the Mayor's Office. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in timely manner. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, business or related field (Additional years of experience may be considered as a substitute for the required degree on an exceptional basis, with a minimum of seven (7) years of professional related experience in public administration or paralegal). Three (3) years' of public administration or paralegal experience in the assigned role Preferred Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, business or related fieldwith 5 years' of public administration or paralegal experience. Licensures and Certifications None required. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Lifting Requirements: Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work Schedule: This position follows the City’s hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work. It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department. The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a

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