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AspectLegislative OfficerPolicy Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in political science, law, or related field; often some experience in government or advocacyBachelor's or master's degree in public policy, political science, or related field; research skills emphasized
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, legislative offices, advocacy groupsThink tanks, government departments, research organizations
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in government and political advocacy sectorsIn policy research, government, and consulting firms

While both roles involve understanding legislation and policy, a Legislative Officer primarily focuses on advocating for or against legislation within government or advocacy groups. A Policy Analyst conducts research and analysis to inform policy decisions across various organizations. The roles often overlap in credentials and work environment, but their core functions differ in advocacy versus research focus.

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Infographic showing various Legislative Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,183 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Legislative Administrator

Manistee, MI • On-site

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians
11 - 50 employees
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$48K - $62K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

LITTLE RIVER BAND OF OTTAWA INDIANS
POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Position: Legislative Administrator
Hiring Range:
Pay Grade: E4
Status: Exempt, Bi-weekly pay
Background Check: Extensive
Indian preference is applicable in accordance with Ordinance #15-600-02.
Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting Legislators in successfully fulfilling their public obligations by providing support services in the areas of administration, communication, research and public relations.
Employment Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or 5 years of comparable work experience with emphasis in business, political science, public administration or related field is required;
  • Prior supervisory and policy experience is preferred;
  • Five years' experience working with tribal, state, or federal government in policy or public administration is required;
  • Preferred experience working for or with tribal governments;
  • Knowledge and experience working with Native American communities, culture, customs and cultural law is required;
  • Enrolled citizens of LRBOI, federally recognized tribe or Alaskan natives are preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Administration
  • Manage/Supervise daily office and support staff operations per Legislative Organizational Chart.
  • Manage the Tribal Council schedule and travel arrangements, providing all materials.
  • Supervise independent interns and volunteers.
  • Ensure proper filing and storage of documents.
  • Process Legislative Check Requests, Purchase Orders, Stipend payment requests and personnel action forms.
  • Approve EWS payroll time requests for Department staff.
  • Ensure Office supplies/printers are maintained.
  • Maintain closed session meeting minutes records
  • Manage Commission and Committee processes as directed by Ordinance, Regulations and Tribal Council directives.

Communication & Public Relations
  • Manage constituent inquiries and casework and serve as a liaison between the Tribal Council and constituents.
  • Facilitate and coordinate communication between the Tribal Councilors, Ogema (executive), Judicial, state and federal officials, staff, agency personnel, commissions, committees, stakeholders and citizens in the development and advancement of legislation.
  • Coordinate and schedule all tribal council meetings, work sessions, and community meetings.
  • Coordinate with press officer / communications and other staff in preparing newsletters, press releases, speeches, memos, and other official correspondence.
  • Represent the office at legislative and community events.
  • Post Legislative information on approved social media websites

Research
  • Track advancement of resolutions, regulations, and ordinances through the legislative process. This entails monitoring of committee and commission hearings, securing committee and commission testimony, and records preparation.
  • Prepare reports and briefings to keep Tribal Councilors updated on policy issues and other pertinent matters that could impact the Tribe and Tribal Council.

Other Skills & Abilities
  • Office and personnel management.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Word processing skills are necessary to work with speed and accuracy.
  • Knowledge of computer chart, graph and table formatting.
  • Familiarity with legislative, administrative and judicial systems.
  • Ability to research and analyze relevant constituent issues, to track legislation and prepare briefings and materials.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks accurately and efficiently under time constraints.
  • Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
  • Ability to exercise professional judgment and maintain confidentiality.

Conditions of employment with Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Government includes superior performance in the selection process, including but not limited to all of the following: any pre-employment interviews, skills testing, credentialing, drug screening, background investigations, reference checks and previous work history, passing a pre-employment drug test and background investigation, possession of a valid Driver's License throughout employment and being insurable under the Tribe's insurance policy, and successfully completing a ninety (90) day introductory period.
For further information, please contact the LRBOI Tribal Council, c/o Venus Battaglia at venusbattaglia@lrboi-nsn.gov
Posted - 08/17/2026 Remove - Until Filled
Submission Information:
All submissions for employment must be made electronically via our on-line application. Go to the LRBOI Employment Page - Complete the online application, upload applicable documents, and submit the online application.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered
Dear Applicant:
Boozhoo (Hello), Miigwech (Thank You) for your interest in job opportunities with the LRBOI. We look forward to reviewing your application and qualifications. Please take a few moments to carefully read through the following instructions and notices. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Human Resources Department at 231-723-8288
Notice of Indian Preference in Employment:
In accordance with the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians' Ordinance #15-600-02, the Tribe applies Indian Preference in hiring activities. When claiming Indian Preference, an applicant must identify oneself in the proper category on the application and provide the documentation noted below. Following is the order in which preference is applied during the hiring process, as well as the customary documentation used to verify.
  1. Tribal Members of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians - Tribal identification card.
  2. Members of Federally Recognized Indian Tribes - Tribal identification card.
  3. Tribal Spouse/Parent of a Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Member - Current and valid marriage license and a copy of spouse's tribal identification card, or Tribal Parent - Same documentation required for tribal spouse.
  4. Tribal Descendant (1st generation, biological parent must be a Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Member) - Birth certificate and a copy of parent's tribal identification card.
  5. Non-preference - If not claiming Indian Preference, or if not applicable, please continue onto the application.

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