Director of Public Policy
Director of Public Policy
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MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional administrative supervisory or managerial experience in business administration business management public administration public management clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelors degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
The Education Secretariat is committed to equity and valuing the unique and diverse characteristics and experiences of every member of its workforce. We encourage an authentic workplace where colleagues show up as their full selves where collaboration innovation and connections are key to realizing our mission that all children youth and families thrive socially academically and economically. We seek teammates who are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is valued and engaged. We encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
Childrens Trust operating under the Executive Office of Education is dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect in Massachusetts. Our mission is to partner with organizations and communities to drive systemic change that addresses the root causes of child abuse and neglect. We provide high-quality programs and services deliver training and technical assistance to the family support workforce and work towards systems change enabling MA children to grow up safe and thrive. Our values of collaboration accountability inclusion and celebrating successes are at the core of the work we do.
Position Overview:
The Childrens Trust is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Public Policy to spearhead its government relations and policy agenda. As a key member of the External Affairs team the Director will lead initiatives that shape legislation advocate for systemic change and advance policies that strengthen families and protect children across the Commonwealth.
This is a strategic leadership role ideal for a candidate with established relationships with MA legislators deep expertise in public policy advocacy and coalition-building who thrives in a collaborative mission-driven environment. The Director of Public Policy will work closely with other state agencies and report directly to the Chief External Affairs Officer at Childrens Trust.
Key Responsibilities:
Government Relations & Advocacy (40%)
- Design implement and manage the Childrens Trust public policy and government relations strategy.
- Lead efforts to influence legislative and regulatory systems to prevent child abuse and neglect.
- Serve as the primary liaison with local state and federal officials representing the Childrens Trust at high-level meetings hearings and events.
- Build and strengthen coalitions partnerships and campaigns to advance the agencys legislative priorities and promote community power.
Policy Research Analysis & Communication (15%)
- Analyze complex legislative regulatory and budgetary issues related to child and family welfare.
- Produce high-quality policy briefs reports talking points and advocacy materials in partnership with the communications team.
- Monitor emerging trends policies and opportunities that align with the agencys mission and strategic vision.
Legislative Strategy & Budget Advocacy (30%)
- Collaborate with executive leadership and the finance team to drive the agencys state budget advocacy.
- Develop strategies to influence public investments in programs and services aligned with the organizations mission.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with key decision-makers opinion leaders and agency stakeholders.
Capacity Building & Internal Collaboration (15%)
- Develop and facilitate training sessions for staff the Board of Directors the Parent Council and partner organizations on the legislative process and effective advocacy.
- Work cross-functionally with internal departments to integrate policy goals into broader organizational initiatives.
- Serve as the policy liaison to the Board of Directors and oversee the tracking of key legislative efforts.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in public policy government relations or legislative advocacy preferably within the child welfare or family services sector.
- Demonstrated success influencing public policy through legislative advocacy coalition-building and stakeholder engagement.
Skills & Abilities:
- Established relationships with key Massachusetts policymakers and networks preferred.
- Deep understanding of Massachusetts and federal legislative processes.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret draft and influence legislation regulations and policy proposals.
- Proven track record in managing complex projects and policy campaigns with multiple stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication skillsable to synthesize complex information and deliver clear persuasive messages to diverse audiences.
Travel may be required for this position.
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