Legislative Director Office of State Senator Mike Barrett

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelors degree and at least 1 year of relevant work experience or any of the following combinations of education and experience:

   1. Associates degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience;

   2. Graduate degree or higher in a related field; or

   3. At least 5 years of relevant work experience.

2. Experience with and knowledge of the legislative process public policy or special-interest advocacy.

3. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

4. Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful positive and professional manner.

5. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and professionally in a dynamic work environment.

6. Ability to produce quality work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

7. Ability to maintain a flexible schedule including working extended hours possibly on nights and weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Familiarity with the Senators district is a plus.

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter to Ben Minerva at

The Senates 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 premium

• Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Assistance programs

• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance - Retirement Savings: State Employees Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick Vacation and Personal Time

• Competitive Senate-sponsored parental leave - Tuition Benefit for employees and spouses at state colleges and universities

• Long-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options

• Employee Assistance Programs - Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities

• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The 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.

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JOB SUMMARY

State Senator Mike Barrett (D-Lexington) is the chief architect of climate and energy policy for the Massachusetts State Senate. He serves as Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications Utilities and Energy and takes an active interest in criminal justice reform transportation and a broad range of other issues. His district consists of eight communities to the west of Boston: Bedford Carlisle Chelmsford Concord Lincoln Waltham Weston and a large part of Lexington.

Sen. Barrett seeks alegislative director who will report directly to the Chief of Staff (COS) and work collaboratively with other staff members. This is a hybrid work several times each week in Sen. Barretts State House office (with flexible work-from-home options) and travel to the district as needed. The position will be integral to four major functions: helping to shape and direct public policy providing support for legislative work working with citizen groups in the district and addressing problems of individual constituents. Day to day the policy advisor must be a jack of all trades and contribute to the smooth overall operation of the legislative directorrelishes the interplay of politics and policy.

New hires can expect a salary between $76510 and $97033 which will be based on related experience education and training.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research policy issues and draft legislation amendments and committee testimony.

• Collaborate with and advise the Senator and senior office staff on the formulation of strategies and legislation designed to advance the Senators policy and budget priorities.

• Monitor and maintain up-to-date knowledge on legislation affecting the Senators district and legislation on which the Senator is a principal sponsor or co-sponsor.

• Provide constituent services and case work on district issues and support district events.

• Organize and manage workflow for hearings meetings and events related to the Senators legislative priorities and committee assignments.

• Respond to legislative-related inquiries and communications from constituents organizations legislators and other stakeholders.

• Brief the Senator on key issues prior to meetings caucuses and Senate sessions.

• Convene inform and persuade various stakeholders regarding the Senators legislative priorities.

• Draft and edit speeches talking points and remarks for the Senator.

Other Duties and Responsibilities May Include:

• Research policy and legal issues related to legislation assigned to the Senators committees.

• Assist with messaging media relations and constituent outreach regarding the Senators 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.