Legislative Director - Office of Senator Finegold

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 119 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

75% state-paid medical insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time

Parental leave

Tuition benefit

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Public Service Student Loan Forga

Résumé du poste

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a Legislative Director for the Office of Senator Finegold to lead the Senator’s legislative agenda. This senior role advises, manages strategy, and oversees initiatives on bills, legislation, and constituent concerns, reporting to the Chief of Staff.

The position offers a salary range of $79,570 to $100,914, based on experience and training, with a full-time, day-shift schedule in the Senate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with the legislative process, public policy, or advocacy is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work across diverse personalities in a professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage tight schedules and extended hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Responsabilités

• Research policy issues and draft legislation, amendments, and committee testimony.
• Collaborate with the Senator and staff to shape strategies and legislation.
• Monitor legislation affecting the district and sponsor/co-sponsor activities.
• Organize hearings, meetings, and events related to legislative priorities.
• Respond to inquiries from constituents, organizations, and legislators.
• Brief the Senator on key issues before meetings and sessions.
• Convene stakeholders to discuss priorities and persuade outcomes.
• Draft speeches, talking points, and remarks for the Senator.

Connaissances

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism under pressure

Team coordination

Formation

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year experience

Associate’s degree + 3 years experience

Graduate degree or higher

5+ years relevant work experience

Description du poste

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Job Description - Legislative Director - Office of Senator Finegold (260007A5)

Job Description

Legislative Director - Office of Senator Finegold - (260007A5)

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 Senator’s 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 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.

• 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 Affinitive 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.

Job

Administrative Services

Agency

Senate

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Oct 22, 2026, 5:17:57 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

79,570.00 - 119,355.00 Yearly

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