Researcher - Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery
Researcher - Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery
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Agency Overview:
The Massachusetts House of Representatives (House) is comprised of 160 independently elected Members each representing a district of approximately 43000 people.
Position Overview:
TheResearcher performs researchrelated to matters that come before theCommittee on Mental Health Substance Use and Recovery. The Researcher interacts with legislators administrative officials and stakeholders to support the Committees legislative priorities. They are responsible for research communication general administration and other duties as assigned.
Reports to:
Reports to the Chair of the Committee and at the discretion of the Chair to the Staff Director or Research Director.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Nothing in this job description restricts the Chairs right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time for any reason.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
- Under the direction of the Committee Chair Staff Director and/or Research Director provides information for public hearings and executive sessions writes memoranda and prepares research material as required;
- Prepares drafts of legislative documents and outgoing communication such as amendments press releases hearing notices letters of testimony legislation bills and talking points;
- Assists in coordinating hearings and informational briefings;
- Maintainsrecords andcompiles background materials and information;
- Tracks bills through the legislative process;
- Prepares briefing materials and bill summaries;
- Responds to inquiries from legislators staff agency representatives constituency groups and/or the general public regarding bill language and/or bill status;
- Assists with organizing committee hearings providingsupport throughout the hearing processsuch asrecordingvotes filing amendmentspostinghearing notices reservinghearing rooms and obtaining necessary supplies;
- Performs various administrative tasks necessary for carrying out legislative functions;
- Provides coaching and guidance to Legislative Aides and interns as needed;
- Utilizesresearch data bases;
- Utilizes Microsoft Office Suite;
- Ableto operate in a fast-paced professional office environment; handle or operate standard office equipment and occasionallyliftupto 10 pounds.
Required Skills/Attributes:
Ability to interact and work with different communities and personalities in a professional and helpful manner;
Ability to multi-task effectively work independently and meet deadlines on short notice;
Experience presenting complex data analyses and information in easily understood formats;
Excellent research analytical and interpersonal skills;
Excellent writing and communication skills;
Ability to work successfully and collaboratively on a team;
Ability to communicate with members and colleagues effectively and provide and receive feedback professionally;
Able to use standard office equipment and technology;
Ability to follow-up and complete tasks.
Education/ExperienceQualifications:
Bachelors degree in relevant field;
Prior legislative or related work experience for elected or appointed officials advocacy groups or non-profit organizations is preferred.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time minimum of 37.5 hour per week position. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday.Hours vary and may include evening and weekend work to support theCommitteeslegislative or constituent activities.
Instructions to Apply:
- Applicants should submit their resume and a cover letter to
- Please include in the subject line of the email your first and last name and Researcher Application.
The House of Representatives is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion creed national origin sex age ancestry sexual orientation genetics pregnancy marital status gender identity/expression disability military obligations veteran status or any other class protected by federal or state law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
