Information Specialist, 70th Legislative Session SHORT TERM

70^th Legislative Session Information Specialist short term

This is a short-term position with the Montana Legislative Services Division. Work shifts will start January 4 2027 and may continue through the term of the legislative session (end of April beginning of May). Schedule will vary between the hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm including some hours on Saturdays. The Legislative Services Division provides nonpartisan independent services for the Legislature.

Training will be December 30^th 2026.

Duties:

Answers telephone inquiries from the public concerning the Legislature using a computerized bill status information system and a variety of other information aids; takes incoming telephone calls for legislators and inputs messages on a computerized messaging system according to office policies; and performs related duties as required.

Competencies:

General knowledge of state government and the legislative process; prior knowledge ofMontana government and legislative process preferred; and good knowledge of telephone procedures.

Skill in the use of the telephone and computer keyboard.

Ability to: answer the telephone using appropriate etiquette; interact with the public in an extremely courteous manner: input telephone messages with speed and accuracy; learn to use computerized systems to record and find information; learn to use various information aids and choose among them for an appropriate source for answering questions; speak and write standard English fluently; maintain neutrality; and remain calm and function under pressure and occasional inappropriate verbal abuse from the public.

Education/Experience:

The minimum knowledge skills and abilities required for entry at this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school with education or experience in government public speaking and communication..

NOTE: You must provide a resume to be considered for this position. Incomplete applications will not be passed onto the screening team.

The Legislative Branch participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9 your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify please visit the E-Verify website found here Link to E-Verify Website .