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Representative Karen Whitsett
Democrat
This is a part-time position in the Lansing office of State Representative Karen Whitsett. This position requires an individual to perform administrative duties including reception, the preparation of letters, filtering mail, answering phones, maintaining positive constituent relations, and other communications. Other responsibilities may include assistance in research, newsletters, and other special projects. Occasional travel to the district may be required.
$20 per hour with up to 20 hours per week
The applicant must be professional, resourceful, and possess strong administrative, organizational, communication, and customer service skills. The applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Office and possess the ability to learn other software applications as needed. The applicant needs to be self-motivated, detail-oriented, capable of assuming responsibility without direct supervision, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience and knowledge of the legislature is desired.
Open until filled
Michigan House of Representatives
Human Resources
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514
Or via email to: HumanResources@house.mi.gov
All Michigan House of Representatives employees have a non-tenured, "at will" employment status. It is the policy of the House of Representatives to employ, by the Constitution and applicable federal or state statutes, qualified individuals without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, familial status, marital status, disability or any other categories or groups protected by law.
The Michigan House of Representatives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michigan law prohibits discrimination based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability and or any other categories or groups protected by law. If an accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact the House Human Resources Office at (517) 373-3069. An individual needing accommodations must notify the employer in writing, within 182 days after the need is known. Persons denied equal opportunity based on these conditions may file a complaint with the Michigan Civil Rights Commission.
The Michigan House of Representatives only accepts resumes for current position vacancies.