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THE POSITION Are you a motivated, detail-oriented professional looking to build your career in legislative or policy analysis. The Legislative Liaison 2 position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs offers an exciting chance to support important communication across government offices. This role lets you help guide responses, track inquiries, and connect with leaders who shape statewide initiatives.

Your work strengthens coordination and ensures accurate information reaches the right place at the right time. Apply today to be part of a mission-focused team that makes a real difference across the Commonwealth. Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the flow of information between executive offices, legislators, constituents, and the department by managing inquiries, maintaining records, and assisting with policy research. As a Legislative Liaison 2, you will perform the following duties: Inquiry Management: Track, review, and coordinate inquiries from executive and legislative offices Constituent Support: Respond to verbal and written questions by gathering information and preparing clear replies Policy Research: Analyze legislation, regulations, and policies to support accurate and timely responses Legislative Representation: Represent the department at legislative and governmental meetings, hearings, and briefings Regulatory Review: Develop recommendations regarding laws and regulatory changes that impact the department's mission and operations Office Coordination: Work with staff, program areas, and external partners to ensure accurate submissions and timely communication Interested in learning more. Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Annville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Four years of professional and varied governmental experience which included at least three years of work in legislative or policy analysis; and a bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): Willing and able to work in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania Experience in varied office management or staff work Highest level of education such as doctorate, master's degree, bachelor's degree, associate's degree, some college, high school diploma or GED, or other Experience working with executive or legislative constituent or customer concerns Experience in preparing legislative or customer service responses Experience with administrative or computer software applications such as database tracking Legal Requirement: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted.

Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S

7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.