Legislators play a crucial role in representing the interests of people in constituencies as elected members of national, state and territory parliaments, as well as local government authorities. They are responsible for developing policies, formulating legislation, and addressing the concerns of their constituents.

Indicative Skill Level:

Legislators in Australia and New Zealand typically possess a skill level commensurate with a bachelor's degree or higher qualification. In some cases, at least five years of relevant experience can substitute for a formal qualification. Additionally, relevant experience and on-the-job training may be required alongside the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• Developing national, state, territory, or local government policies.
• Formulating, amending, and repealing legislation and by-laws.
• Assisting constituents with various problems, particularly those related to government and local agencies.
• Investigating matters of concern to the public and specific individuals or groups.
• Introducing proposals for government action and representing public and electoral interests.
• Issuing policy directions to government departments and exercising control over local government authorities.
• Attending community functions and meetings to provide service to the community, gauge public opinion, and provide information on government plans.
• Serving as a member on parliamentary committees and inquiries.
• Presenting petitions on behalf of concerned groups.

Occupations:

• 111311 Local Government Legislator
• 111312 Member of Parliament
• 111399 Legislators nec

111311 Local Government Legislator

As a local government legislator, you represent the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member of a local government authority. This role may also be referred to as an Alderman or Councillor. Specializations within this occupation include serving as a Community Board Member (NZ) or as a Mayor.

Skill Level: 1

111312 Member of Parliament

As a member of parliament, you represent the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member to national, state, or territory parliament. This role may also be referred to as a parliamentarian. Specializations within this occupation include serving as a Chief Minister, Government Minister, Member of the Legislative Assembly, Member of the Legislative Council, Premier, Prime Minister, or Senator.

Skill Level: 1

111399 Legislators nec

This occupation group covers Legislators not elsewhere classified. It includes occupations such as Aboriginal Community Council Member and Councillor for Aboriginal Land Council.

Skill Level: 1