Other Legislators

Other Legislators includes jobs like Aboriginal Community Council Member and Councillor on an Aboriginal Land Council.

What the job involves

Develops national, state, territory or local government policies and formulates, amends and repeals legislation and by-laws
Helps constituents with a range of problems, particularly with regard to matters concerning government and local agencies
Investigates matters of concern to the public and to particular persons and groups
Introduces proposals for government action and represents public and electoral interests
Issues policy directions to government departments and exercises control over local government authorities
Attends community functions and meetings of local groups to provide services to the community, gauge public opinions and provide information on government plans
May serve as a member on parliamentary committees and inquiries
May present petitions on behalf of concerned groups