Texas State Representative

Summary:

State Representative Giovanni Capriglione is seeking an experienced, bright, and motivated individual to
serve as a full-time Legislative Director with immediate availability. Based on performance, this position
has the potential to be permanent.

Essential job duties:

• Assist the Chief of Staff in advancing the Representative's legislative package, taking the lead on
bills from conception through passage;
o Research potential policy ideas;
o Craft talking points, one-pagers, and other supportive information for bills;
o Navigate bills through the legislative process, including developing strategies and meeting
with stakeholders and other legislative offices;
• Assist with the creation of the daily floor report;
• Take meetings with constituents and other office guests, including public officials, state agencies,
etc.;
• Occasionally contribute to drafting communications such as press releases, newsletters, social
media posts, and constituent correspondence.

Qualifications:

Experience working one legislative session or more with knowledge of the legislative process is very
strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have experience in a fast-paced, high-stress environment,
as well as experience handling the other essential job duties listed above. Other required qualifications
are:
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail;
• Self-starters, strong collaborators, and a willingness to serve the public;
• Experience using personal computers and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications;
• Ability to uphold strict confidentiality;
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and a willingness to work long hours while contributing
to a relaxed office environment and staff camaraderie.

Compensation:

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Submit a resume with a cover letter and brief writing sample to Katy Aldredge, Chief of Staff, at Katy.Aldredge@house.texas.gov with a subject line of "Legislative Director Application – [Full Name].” Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Texas House of Representatives is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment of the provisions of services. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you require reasonable accommodations during the application process, please call (512) 463-0865.