Legislators
What they do:
Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, state, or federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.
On the job, you would:
- Analyze and understand the local and national implications of proposed legislation.
- Appoint nominees to leadership posts, or approve such appointments.
- Confer with colleagues to formulate positions and strategies pertaining to pending issues.
Knowledge
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Skills
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Abilities
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Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include leading, making decisions, and business.
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Word processing software
- Apple iWork Pages
- Microsoft Word
Video conferencing software
- Cisco Webex
- LogMeIn GoToMeeting
Desktop publishing software
- Adobe FrameMaker
- Rocket/Folio NXT
Education
Education: (rated 4 of 5)
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Job Outlook
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