SUMMARY: Under the direction of the ASI Student Government Director, the Legislative Affairs Coordinator is responsible for assisting in sharing information on higher education issues; chairs and recruits students at large for the Lobby Corps; and arranges training opportunities for students on legislative visits and promotes student engagement in advocacy efforts at Sacramento State.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Chairs the Lobby Corps. This includes scheduling committee meetings, drafting agendas, securing room reservations, and maintaining accurate records.
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Coordinates visits with Legislators and trains members on how to advocate. Research and track legislation regarding or relating to higher education.
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Coordinates with CSSA Liaison and other Lobby Corps Officers throughout the CSU system. Brainstorms and execute events that involve the campus on understanding legislative bills that will affect higher education.
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Utilizes ASI bill templates to recommend position to the ASI Board of Directors. Advocates for supported bills and against opposed bills at the Capitol.
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Provides assistance to the ASI Board of Directors during the process of drafting and editing legislation and working on legislative matters. This position will not serve as an author and/or co-author on legislation presented by the ASI Board of Directors.
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Other duties may be assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
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Exceptional customer service skills
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Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with staff, employees, and public
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse student population
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Self-motivated and comfortable taking initiative
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Ability to support projects and event planning
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Knowledge of higher education issues at the state and national level
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Able to research legislation and understand legislative language
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Enrolled in a minimum of 6 units at Sacramento State; maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA overall (for Student Assistant incumbents)
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Proven strong organizational skills
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Basic experience with – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Knowledge of the legislative process
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Experience with event and/or project planning
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Previous public speaking experience
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Previous experience organizing volunteers/students
