Legislative Director - Office of Senator Eldridge

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-paid medical insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Assistance

Life insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition Benefit

Long-Term Disability

Employee Development

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts seeks a Legislative Director for the Office of Senator Eldridge. The LD will advise and manage the Senator's legislative agenda, lead policy development, and oversee all legislative initiatives on behalf of the Senator, coordinating with staff on bills, hearings, and constituent concerns.

The position offers a comprehensive compensation package and state employee benefits. Salary ranges from $79,570 to $119,355 yearly, with standard state benefits and a day

Responsibilities

• Research policy issues and draft legislation, amendments, and committee testimony.
• Collaborate with and advise the Senator and senior staff on strategies and legislation.
• Monitor legislation affecting the Senator’s district and Senator's principal sponsors.
• Organize and manage workflow for hearings, meetings and events.
• Respond to legislative inquiries from constituents and stakeholders.
• Brief the Senator on key issues before meetings and sessions.
• Draft and edit speeches, talking points, and remarks for the Senator.
• Convene, inform, and persuade various stakeholders regarding the legislation.
• Review policy and legal issues related to assigned committees.
• Provide constituent services and support district events.
• Assist with messaging, media relations and outreach.
• Attend events with the Senator or on their behalf.
• Assist with administrative duties and staff hiring/training.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree and Massachusetts bar

Job description

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Job Description - Legislative Director - Office of Senator Eldridge (2600077E)

Job Description

Legislative Director - Office of Senator Eldridge - ( 2600077E )

Description

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.

New hires can expect a salary between $79,570 and $100,914, 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 Senator’s policy and budget priorities.
• Monitor and maintain up-to-date knowledge on legislation affecting the Senator’s district and legislation on which the Senator is a principal sponsor or co-sponsor.
• Organize and manage workflow for hearings, meetings and events related to the Senator’s 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
• 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 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a member in good standing of the Massachusetts bar.

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 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 Affimative 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

Job

Administrative Services

Agency

Senate

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Oct 21, 2026, 3:16:17 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

79,570.00 - 119,355.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affimative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Kathryn Bethea-Rivera - 6177221212