Senate Legislative Clerk - Office of Senator Smith

Starting Salary: $44,009 Annually

Closing Date: 08/01/2025; 5:00pm

The North Carolina Senate is seeking a highly qualified professional to work as a Legislative Clerk in the office of Senator Kandi Smith. Legislative Clerks assist Legislators, also known as Legislative “Members” of the Senate, in fulfilling their public obligations by providing support services 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, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, when the Senate is in session, evening work may be necessary on Monday through Thursday and occasionally weekend work may be required as the job duties demand, based on the needs of your Member. This position is under the direct supervision of the Senator, and has no direct supervisory responsibilities, unless requested by the Member to assist in the supervision of an intern.

Essential Functions:

• Manage daily operation of Member's office; including the legislator’s Outlook calendar.
• Provide excellent customer service by maintaining a pleasant office atmosphere for Members, staff, constituents, and lobbyists.
• Manage the Member's schedule and travel arrangements, including authorization and reimbursement forms when required.
• Manage constituent inquiries and casework, which may include drafting and sending weekly newsletters, district certificates, and congratulatory letters.
• Facilitate and coordinate communication between the Member, legislators, State officials, staff, agency personnel, stakeholders and constituents in the development and advancement of legislation.
• Serve as a liaison between the Member and constituents of their legislative district; exercising independent judgement to determine and implement appropriate course of action.
• Track advancement of the Member’s bills through the legislative process. This may entail monitoring of committee meetings.
• Maintain communication with the Legislative Assistant Coordinator, which may include training programs or staff updates.
• Supervise, as delegated by the Member, any interns assigned to the office. Coordinate with the intern program coordinator to direct the work of interns.
• Identify and monitor district specific issues.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:

• Ability to articulate and present information clearly in writing.
• Strong research skills and/or ability to learn research and policy skills.
• Ability to support the Senator in her capacity as Chair of the NC Legislative Black Caucus.
  • Coordinating with other members, organizing Caucus events and meetings.
• Ability to coordinate with governmental staff ad agencies.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications and Google Drive.
• 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.

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree, with two to three years administrative or secretarial work experience; or,
• A High School Diploma, with four to five years of administrative or secretarial work experience; or,
• An equivalent combination of the education and experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

***NC General Assembly positions are NOT Subject to G.S. 126 - State Human Resources Act.***

Instructions :
To apply for the Legislative Clerk position, please complete the online NC General Assembly application through the NC General Assembly website by Friday, August 1st, 2025.

Recommended Supporting Documents :

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Agency Contact Information:
North Carolina General Assembly
Senate – Office of the Legislative Assistants’ Director
Sherry.Pearson@ncleg.gov

***Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.***