JOB SUMMARY
The Legislative Director (LD) is a senior member of the Senator’s team and serves as advisor and manager for the Senator’s legislative agenda. The LD is the office point person on all legislative matters including, but not limited to: bills filed and co-sponsored by the Senator, legislation before the Senate, and legislative concerns from constituents. The LD leads the development of policy positions and oversees all legislative initiatives on behalf of the Senator. The LD reports to the Chief of Staff.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Other Duties and Responsibilities May Include:
Research policy and legal issues related to legislation assigned to the Senator’s committees. Provide constituent services and case work on district issues, and support district events.Assist with messaging, media relations and constituent outreach regarding the Senator’s legislative agenda.Attend events with the Senator or on their behalf.Assist with general administrative duties: answering phones, ordering supplies, sorting mail.Train, supervise, or participate in the hiring of office staff or interns.Perform other duties as assigned.JOB SUMMARY
The Legislative Director (LD) is a senior member of the Senator’s team and serves as advisor and manager for the Senator’s legislative agenda. The LD is the office point person on all legislative matters including, but not limited to: bills filed and co-sponsored by the Senator, legislation before the Senate, and legislative concerns from constituents. The LD leads the development of policy positions and oversees all legislative initiatives on behalf of the Senator. The LD reports to the Chief of Staff.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Other Duties and Responsibilities May Include:
Research policy and legal issues related to legislation assigned to the Senator’s committees. Provide constituent services and case work on district issues, and support district events.Assist with messaging, media relations and constituent outreach regarding the Senator’s legislative agenda.Attend events with the Senator or on their behalf.Assist with general administrative duties: answering phones, ordering supplies, sorting mail.Train, supervise, or participate in the hiring of office staff or interns.Perform other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of relevant work experience, or any of the following combinations of education and experience:Associate’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience;Graduate degree or higher in a related field; or At least 5 years of relevant work experience.Experience with and knowledge of the legislative process, public policy, or special-interest advocacy.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, positive, and professional manner.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and professionally in a dynamic work environment.Ability to produce quality work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.Ability to maintain a flexible schedule including working extended hours, possibly on nights and weekends.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a member of good standing of the Massachusetts bar, and at least 2 years of relevant work experience.Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with thoroughness and careful attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.Experience providing guidance, supervision, and mentorship to staff and interns.Experience conveying policy positions and legislative votes to advocacy organizations and an ideologically diverse audience.Fluency and ease with technology and communication platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft Office 365, Google Docs, and Zoom.Ability to quickly develop thorough knowledge of office administration, policies, practices, and procedures.Experience in one or more of the Senator’s policy priority areas.Familiarity with the Norfolk, Worcester, and Middlesex district.To apply please submit a resume and cover letter through MassCareers.
The Senate’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of state employee benefits for eligible employees which you may consider towards your overall compensation, including, but not limited to:
75% state-paid medical insurance premiumReasonable Dental and Vision PlansFlexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Assistance programsLow-cost basic and optional life insurance - Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal TimeCompetitive Senate-sponsored parental leave - Tuition Benefit for employees and spouses at state colleges and universitiesLong-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation optionsEmployee Assistance Programs - Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunitiesQualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramThe Massachusetts Senate is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, military, and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the diverse commonwealth we serve, and women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of relevant work experience, or any of the following combinations of education and experience:Associate’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience;Graduate degree or higher in a related field; or At least 5 years of relevant work experience.Experience with and knowledge of the legislative process, public policy, or special-interest advocacy.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, positive, and professional manner.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and professionally in a dynamic work environment.Ability to produce quality work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.Ability to maintain a flexible schedule including working extended hours, possibly on nights and weekends.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a member of good standing of the Massachusetts bar, and at least 2 years of relevant work experience.Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with thoroughness and careful attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.Experience providing guidance, supervision, and mentorship to staff and interns.Experience conveying policy positions and legislative votes to advocacy organizations and an ideologically diverse audience.Fluency and ease with technology and communication platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft Office 365, Google Docs, and Zoom.Ability to quickly develop thorough knowledge of office administration, policies, practices, and procedures.Experience in one or more of the Senator’s policy priority areas.Familiarity with the Norfolk, Worcester, and Middlesex district.To apply please submit a resume and cover letter through MassCareers.
The Senate’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of state employee benefits for eligible employees which you may consider towards your overall compensation, including, but not limited to:
75% state-paid medical insurance premiumReasonable Dental and Vision PlansFlexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Assistance programsLow-cost basic and optional life insurance - Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal TimeCompetitive Senate-sponsored parental leave - Tuition Benefit for employees and spouses at state colleges and universitiesLong-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation optionsEmployee Assistance Programs - Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunitiesQualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramThe Massachusetts Senate is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, military, and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the diverse commonwealth we serve, and women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.