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Republican Caucus
Speaker Matt Hall
Republican
The Executive Assistant provides day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Chief of Staff, External Affairs Director and other principal staff team in a fast-paced Capitol office. The position requires a steady, detail-oriented professional who can manage shifting priorities, handle sensitive information with discretion, and maintain composure under pressure. This is a hands-on role with frequent in-person interaction with the Speaker, legislators, senior leadership, and staff across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage daily schedules, meeting logistics, and internal office priorities for the External Affairs Director and principal staff team.
• Coordinate events, from small meetings to large-scale gatherings, ensuring seamless execution.
• Track and follow up on tasks, deadlines, and requests to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread documents and materials for accuracy and clarity.
• Greet and assist visitors, staff, and stakeholders in the Capitol office.
• Maintain organized physical and digital files for quick reference.
• Support office operations, ordering supplies, and handling administrative needs as they arise.
• Uphold confidentiality and discretion in all communications.
Work Environment
This position is based in the Michigan State Capitol and requires in-person work from roughly 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with occasional remote work and extended hours during peak legislative periods. The role involves frequent interaction with senior elected officials and staff in a busy, high-stakes setting.
$45,000 - $55,000
• Previous experience in a government, legislative, or high-demand office environment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Clear, concise communication skills in person, by phone, and in writing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling tools.
• Reliability, punctuality, and consistent follow-through.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused under pressure.
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
Speaker Matt Hall
Republican
This is an at-will, partisan, senior level position who leads the Speaker of the House’s personal communication efforts. The Press Secretary communicates the Speaker’s position to the media, schedules interviews, responds to media requests, advises the Speaker on communication strategies, manages multiple social media accounts, and drafts all public comments and correspondence. The individual must be able to work closely with legislators, staff, and coordinate with the caucus communications department. The position requires in-person work Monday-Friday, with occasional remote work as directed by the Chief of Staff or Speaker and will require work on some nights and weekends. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of confidentiality and professionalism is required.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
· Acts as a point of contact for media outlets interested in the Speaker of the House and House Republicans
· Prepares briefing documents and background information ahead of public comments
· Provides counsel to the Speaker with all public comments
· Provides initial drafts of all speeches, press releases, opinion editorials, and other public comments
· Monitors news coverage of the Speaker and provides strategic advice on shaping coverage
· Speaks to the media on the Speaker’s behalf as an official spokesperson
· Assists with constituent correspondence, internal messages, or personal communication as needed
· Monitors and tracks relevant federal and state legislative developments, political news, and media coverage to keep informed
· Attends director level meetings to assist in completing the weekly/monthly agenda
· Performs other duties assigned
Commensurate with experience
· Bachelor’s degree preferred
· Three or more years of communications, legislative, or other relevant experience preferred
· Must possess strong research, writing, analysis, and oral presentation skills
· Must be comfortable functioning in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment
· Experience working with different personalities and a multitude of issues is required
· Must be able to learn House rules, policies, and guidelines
· Must be able to learn legislative districts and state political processes
· Familiarity handling a demanding schedule and organizing large amounts of information preferred
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
Republican Central
Republican
This is an at-will, partisan position that serves as the primary in-district liaison for assigned State Representatives and plays a key role in supporting Caucus membership at the local level. This individual is expected to spend the majority of their time working within their assigned district(s), building strong relationships with community stakeholders, local leaders, and constituents.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
· Serves as the primary in-district liaison for a slate of State Representatives
· Maintains a strong, visible presence throughout assigned district(s)
· Attends and represents assigned offices at local meetings, events, and community functions
· Speaks to community groups and stakeholders, providing legislative updates aligned with assigned offices
· Organizes and facilitates district-based meetings, roundtables, and stakeholder discussions
· Maintains consistent communication between district stakeholders and assigned Lansing offices
· Collaborates with Communications Advisors to coordinate local media engagement when appropriate
· Advances the caucus’ legislative goals through proactive district engagement
· Researches, prioritizes, and responds to incoming district issues, determining appropriate action and follow-up
· Works with assigned member offices to plan and execute district outreach strategies aligned with individual members’ and caucus priorities
· Recommends district-specific strategies and tactics for constituent outreach and messaging, supported by relevant data
· Monitors legislative activity in the House and Senate and communicates relevant updates to district stakeholders
· Maintains accurate district data and stakeholder tracking for assigned members
· Collaborates with other advisors and central staff departments to support caucus service needs
· Travels to Lansing at least one day per week, or as needed, for coordination, planning, and caucus activities
· Performs other duties as assigned
Commensurate with experience
Applicants will be expected to work primarily in-district and travel to Lansing at least one day per week, or as needed, to coordinate with assigned member offices and caucus staff.
The individual must demonstrate the ability to effectively navigate complex and sensitive situations in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The role requires close collaboration with Members, staff, local officials, community organizations, interest groups, and other branches of government. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is required.
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
Republican Central
Republican
SUMMARY: This is an at-will and partisan position that produces and edits visual media for all members of the House Republican caucus. The communications office offers a wide array of services, giving video content producers a wide breadth of experience and allowing them to draw from multiple skill sets. Our team of video content producers operate and maintain an on-site studio for video shoots, podcasts, press conferences and other events. They also attend House voting sessions, committee meetings and occasional in-district events around the state to record events and help legislators communicate what’s happening at the Capitol to constituents at home. Candidates for this role should also expect to manage scheduling studio time and prepared shoots for 58 Republican legislators, while also being part of the team that prepares and manages the Speaker of the House’s regular press conferences at the Capitol. This role will draw heavily on a videographer’s skills as a shooter and also their skills as a creative and efficient editor, as dozens of legislators count on our video content producers for both timely shoots and quick turnarounds for all sorts of varied content. This role requires close attention to detail, dynamic creativity, and originality. Successful candidates also must be able to work closely with legislators, a large staff team, and officials and staff from other branches of government. The position requires in-person work Monday-Friday, with occasional remote work as directed by the Chief of Staff or Speaker of the House and will require infrequent work on some nights and weekends. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of confidentiality is required.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
$50,000 - $70,000
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
Republican Representative
Republican
The Legislative Aide/Policy Services performs research and assists with the development of legislation to help the Member accomplish their legislative agenda. This individual must be familiar with the legislative process, government operations, and the nature of the constituency. This individual attends meetings on behalf of the Representative, will staff committee meetings, and plans district meetings.
This individual will handle legislation and constituent work including researching legislation to solve district issues, communicating with constituents via phone, email and newsletters, and speaking on behalf of the Representative to constituents. This individual performs administrative responsibilities as needed. This individual must have an ability to assume responsibility without direct supervision, exercise initiative and judgment, make decisions within the scope of assigned authority. Each individual Representative determines the scope of assigned authority within the office and the Representative's Legislative Aide/Policy Services must be able to adapt and respond to demands on ever-changing issues on the legislative agenda and importance to the communities represented.
Commensurate with experience
The applicant must be dependable, professional, detail-oriented and possess strong administrative, organizational, and clerical skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Applicants must 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 or direction, and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should also have a bachelor’s degree and must have government experience with an expertise in state issues.
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
Democratic Caucus
Representative Regina Weiss
Democratic
The Legislative Aide/Constituent Services position requires the individual to perform administrative duties, maintain positive relationships with constituents, coordinate the Representative’s schedule, write and track correspondence, and manage the office. Other responsibilities may include helping plan district events, monitoring major district happenings, writing social media posts, researching policy issues, working on legislative initiatives, and handling special projects. Travel to the district will be required.
Commensurate with experience
The applicant must be professional, resourceful, and possess strong administrative, organizational, and clerical skills. They must possess excellent oral and written communication, and customer service skills. Applicant must 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 prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Legislative or governmental experience as well as a bachelor’s degree is preferred, though not required. It is also preferred that the applicant lives in or has knowledge of House District 5 or the City of Detroit.
October 16, 2026
Michigan House of Representatives
Human Resources
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514
Or via email to: HumanResources@house.mi.gov
Non-Partisan
House Fiscal Agency
Non-Partisan
The House Fiscal Agency (HFA) is a non-partisan agency within the Michigan House of Representatives. The agency provides confidential, non-partisan expertise to the Speaker of the House, the House Appropriations Committee Chair, the House Appropriations Committee, and all other members of the House on legislative fiscal matters. Its professional staff includes fiscal analysts, economists, legislative analysts, and support personnel.
The agency reviews the Governor’s budget recommendation; assists legislators in developing budgetary alternatives; prepares and reviews appropriations bills, supplemental appropriations, transfer requests, substitute bills, and amendments; analyzes revenue and economic conditions; prepares fiscal impact statements; and produces concise, non-partisan bill summaries, analyses, reports, and other materials that support legislative deliberations.
Position Overview
The Director serves as the chief executive of the House Fiscal Agency and is accountable for the agency’s efficient operation and effective performance. The Director reports to the House Fiscal Agency Governing Board and operates the agency in accordance with Michigan House of Representatives guidelines and policies and the procedures established by the Governing Board.
The Director provides strategic and organizational leadership to a multidisciplinary professional staff and ensures that members of the House receive timely, accurate, objective, and confidential fiscal and legislative information. By statute, the Director is one of three state officials responsible for forecasting annual state revenues at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conferences.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide strategic and executive leadership for the House Fiscal Agency.
· Preserve the agency’s objectivity, impartiality, confidentiality, and non-partisan character.
· Direct the agency’s fiscal, economic, legislative analysis, administrative, and support functions.
· Recruit, develop, supervise, and retain a highly qualified professional staff.
· Oversee review of the Governor’s executive budget recommendations and the development of an analysis of appropriations bills, supplemental appropriations, substitute bills, amendments, transfer requests, and policy alternatives.
· Directly monitor and analyze state expenditures, revenue collections, economic conditions, and other developments affecting Michigan’s fiscal outlook.
· Participate in the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference process and contribute expertise in economic and revenue forecasting.
· Review and approve agency reports, studies, analyses, and other work products before release.
· Develop and administer the agency’s operating budget, authorize agency expenditures, implement applicable policies, and regularly report to the Governing Board.
· Maintain and build effective working relationships with members of the House, legislative staff, state officials, and other interested parties while protecting legislative confidentiality.
*APPOINTING AUTHORITY: HFA Governing Board
Commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in economics, public administration, governmental finance, public policy, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
· Significant professional experience involving state budgeting, public finance, economics, governmental operations, or a closely related field.
· At least five years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience.
· Demonstrated knowledge of state fiscal policy, the legislative appropriations process, governmental budgeting, and public-sector operations.
· Demonstrated ability to lead professional, analytical, and administrative staff.
· Exceptional research, analytical, writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Ability to work effectively with legislative leaders, public officials, professional staff, and other stakeholders in a political, diplomatic, and confidential environment while maintaining a consistently non-partisan approach.
Preferred Qualifications
· Advanced degree in economics, public administration, governmental finance, public policy, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
· Executive leadership experience in a legislative, governmental, economic, budgetary, or public-finance organization.
· Experience with economic modeling, budget forecasting, revenue estimating, or fiscal impact analysis.
Desired Leadership Attributes
· Unquestioned integrity, impartiality, discretion, and sound professional judgment.
· Ability to build trust across differing viewpoints and institutional roles, communicate complex matters clearly, and combine strategic vision with disciplined execution.
· Commitment to professional excellence, staff development, collaboration, and public service.
Application Materials
Applicants should submit the following materials:
· A letter of interest describing qualifications, relevant experience, and leadership approach.
· A comprehensive résumé or curriculum vitae.
· Professional references.
· Any other relevant supporting materials or credentials.
October 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Michigan House of Representatives
Human Resources
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514
Or via email to: HumanResources@house.mi.gov
House Fiscal Agency
Non-Partisan
The House Fiscal Agency (HFA) is a nonpartisan agency within the Michigan House of Representatives. Agency personnel provide confidential, nonpartisan expertise to House Appropriations Committee members and all other members of the House on all legislative fiscal matters.
HFA Fiscal Analysts review the Governor's budget recommendation and assist legislators in developing budgetary alternatives; review and prepare budget bills, supplemental appropriations, and certain transfer requests; provide fiscal impact statements on legislative proposals; research and analyze fiscal issues at the request of Representatives; monitor state and national situations for budgetary implications; and prepare reports and documents to assist legislative deliberations
Salary begins at $62,500
Requires a degree in public policy, public administration, economics, governmental finance, or other appropriate field of study. Master's degree strongly preferred. Must have strong quantitative skills, qualitative research skills, the ability to effectively communicate public policy issues verbally and in writing, proficiency in developing and using spreadsheet and database applications, and the ability to work effectively with legislators, legislative staff, and governmental and private sector executives. Practical experience with budget analysis and the legislative process is desirable.
October 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Michigan House of Representatives
Attn: Mary Ann Cleary, Director, House Fiscal Agency
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514
Or via email to: HFAadministration@house.mi.gov
Sergeant-at-Arms
Non-Partisan
The Michigan House of Representatives Sergeant-at-Arms Police Agency is currently accepting applications for Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms. These full-time law enforcement positions are MCOLES certified and involve non-partisan, investigative and dignitary protection duties for elected officials and staff. This position also conducts law enforcement duties for the public while visiting the Anderson House Office building and the State Capitol House gallery and chamber areas.
Predominant work schedules are Monday thru Friday, with weekends and State Holidays off, with the potential for investigative and protective services outside of Lansing area on a case-by-case basis. Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms work under the supervision of the Chief of Police, at the direction of the Clerk of the House of Representatives and serve at the will of the Speaker of the House.
The starting annual salary is $70,117.00. Health benefits, retirement options (401k/457) and generous paid leave time are all benefits for these positions.
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.
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