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State of Michigan Research Attorney in Lansing, Michigan
Research Attorney
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Research Attorney
Salary
$65,713.00 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Unclassified
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
0317-18-2024
Department
Legislative Council
Opening Date
09/17/2024
Closing Date
10/6/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Description
Benefits
Job Description
This employee gathers, synthesizes, and analyzes legal and technical information to provide high quality, unbiased research to state legislators and legislative staff. Communicates findings in writing and orally to support public policy development and bill drafting. Provides legal review of Division products. Drafts policy resolutions for state legislators. Completes assignments independently with a moderate amount of supervision.
Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday (37.5 hours per week).
The LSB Research Services Division is part of the Michigan Legislative Council and provides non-partisan analysis, information, and research services to members of the Michigan Legislature as requested related to bill drafting and other legislative areas.
Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/ResearchAttorneyJobDescription.pdf)
Required Education and Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS
Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school required.
Membership in good standing in the State Bar of Michigan required.
Some legal writing and research experience required.
Familiarity with the legislative process, state government operations, and Michigan statutes desired.
Excellent writing and research skills required, including knowledge of legal research resources.
Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills required, including the ability to work with diverse personalities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Occasional overtime and irregular hours as required.
Additional Requirements and Information
Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan.
Applicants must include the following items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:
Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
Resume.
A copy of college transcripts.
A copy of law school transcripts.
The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
The Legislative Council is a nonpartisan legislative information and service agency. This is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government. All Legislative Council employees are considered “at-will,” except for LSB Printing Division union members. Employees are required to be non-partisan and maintain confidentiality.
This job is located at Boji Tower, 124 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan.
For questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.
For technical support with your application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
State employment benefits include everything from health insurance to retirement income and are worth about 40% of your salary. Employee premiums shares are required for most insurances.
This page gives a brief explanation of some of the benefits that are provided by the Legislative Council. See details on these and other employment information.
Leave Time
Full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 vacation leave days per year and13 sick days per year.
Holidays
Legislative Council employees receive 13 scheduled holidays each year.
Alternative Work Schedules
Flexible work schedules are available in some jobs. Flexible schedules may be limited to certain time periods per year.
Insurance and Other Benefits
Insurances include health, vision, dental and life. Employees also have the option to purchase voluntary insurances for additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care, and legal services, to name a few. Premiums vary for these insurances. Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child care are also available.
Deferred Compensation
Employees may invest income in a tax-deferred retirement investment program. The state offers two optional deferred compensation plans, the 457 and 401(k). Employees decide the amount deducted from each paycheck.
Retirement
Employees receive a minimum 4% state contribution toward their defined contribution retirement fund. If an employee elects to contribute more, the state will match that percentage (up to 3%).
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Legislative Council
Address
HumanResources@legislature.mi.gov
124 W. Allegan Street, 4th Floor
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-373-0212
Website
http://council.legislature.mi.gov/CouncilAdministrator/Index
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