Legislative Clerk - Office of Representative Phillip Rubin bei North Carolina General Assembly

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

North Carolina House Representative Phil Rubin is seeking a highly qualified professional to work as a Legislative Assistant in his office. A Legislative Assistant works directly with a House Member in fulfilling his or her public obligations by providing support in the areas of administration, communication, research, and public relations. 

This position requires a high level of organization and accountability as well as the ability to perform independently and maintain composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This position is a permanent, full-time position. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is under the direct supervision of the Representative and has no direct supervisory responsibilities, unless requested by the Member to assist in the supervision of an intern.

Examples of Duties (The Legislative Assistant will be given a wide range of tasks, projects, and duties, including, but not limited to, the following):

• Conducting research into various public policy issues

• Office management, email, and calendar management

• Drafting correspondence and constituent newsletter

• Coordinating with other legislators and staff on policy initiatives and legislation

• Coordinating with state agency liaisons to fulfill constituent requests

• Creating and monitoring communication strategies for the Representative

• Other items related to the Representative's official duties

• Identifying and monitoring district specific issues

• Other tasks assigned by the Representative

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

• Practical knowledge of the elements of reference and policy research

• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, research software, and Adobe Acrobat DC

• Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis

• Ability to work independently, organize and analyze materials, and prioritize tasks

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle politically sensitive work

• Ability to work objectively and impartially both with respect to members of both political parties and with respect to issues of state

• Willingness and ability to work extended schedules

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preference will be given to those with the following:

• Strategic Communications Expertise: Knowledge of platform-specific and messaging best practices for various platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok)

• Strong record of academic achievement

• Strong record of leadership and organizational ability in an academic, professional, and/or extracurricular setting

• Demonstrated independent responsibility, professionalism, and attention to detail

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

Instructions:  
To apply for the Legislative Assistant position, please send supporting documents to [email protected] no later than Wednesday, October 10th 2025.

Required Supporting Documents:

• Résumé

• Cover Letter

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