Drafter (H Bill Drafting)
nDate: Jul 20, 2026
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nThe Florida Legislature
nThe Florida House of Representatives
nHouse Bill Drafting Service
nJOB TITLE:
nDrafter
nGENERAL SUMMARY:
nThis is work preparing bills, amendments, and other documents relating to the legislative drafting process; requiring legislative and legal research to draft Member requested documents; and providing advice to the staff director, internal office drafting staff, Members and committee staff relating to drafting requests.
nFINANCIAL DISCLOSURE:
nPursuant to sections and , F.S., this position is required to electronically file a Form 1 – Statement of Financial Interests with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire.
nEXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
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Drafts legislative bills, resolutions, memorials, tributes, and amendments in technically complete language at the direction of the Member.
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Performs legislative research on state and federal law and other matters relating to drafting requests.
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Provides information and problem-solving assistance to Members and House staff for the development and drafting of legislative proposals.
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Provides periodic review of Florida Supreme Court and other court opinions impacting the drafting of legislation.
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Keeps abreast of new and ongoing issues affecting assigned subject matter areas.
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Provides research and drafting assistance for periodic updates to the drafting manual.
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Performs other related duties as required.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Knowledge of legal terminology.
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Knowledge of Florida laws and agency rules, especially in assigned subject areas.
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Knowledge of computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
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Skill in reading comprehension, writing, analysis, research, and organization.
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Ability to research state and federal legislation, laws, rules and other legal documents and references.
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Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
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Ability to take action in situations which lack clear direction.
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Ability to take initiative on independent research projects.
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Ability to deal respectfully and courteously with Members, their staff, the public, and lobbyists.
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Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments and produce quality work under pressure and time constraints.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
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Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Attorney in good standing with The Florida Bar or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience as a Legislative Analyst or related position that involves the drafting or analysis of legislation.
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A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience.
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A doctorate from an accredited college or university can substitute for two years of the required experience.
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Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
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SALARY:
nSalary commensurate with experience.
nThe Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.
nThis position is not eligible for remote work.
nApplication Deadline
nOpen until filled.
nSUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
nInterested parties may apply to GovernmentJobs.com (
nApplications are available through the Florida Legislature Website Online Sunshine to send to:
nOffice of Administration & Professional Development
nFlorida House of Representatives
n402 South Monroe Street, 1201 Capitol
nTallahassee, Florida 32399
nOr
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nLocation:
nTALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
nNearest Major Market:Tallahassee