Legislative Liaison and Policy Outreach Specialist

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 77,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland State Department of Education is seeking a Legislative Liaison to support Government Affairs through coordination with the General Assembly and external partners. The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement and strategic communications to advance statewide education priorities.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings and briefings, tracking legislation, and supporting policy education efforts within the Office of the Chief Policy Officer.

Qualifications

• Six years of administrative staff or professional work.
• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours for each year up to four years of the required experience.
• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with the Maryland General Assembly, local education agencies, and stakeholders.
• Assist with strategic communications and outreach to raise awareness of agency initiatives.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement, meetings, briefings, and events for agency leadership.
• Support policy discussions and collaborative initiatives related to education priorities.

Skills

Administration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Maryland State Department of Education is seeking a Legislative Liaison to support Government Affairs through coordination with the General Assembly and external partners. The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement and strategic communications to advance statewide education priorities.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings and briefings, tracking legislation, and supporting policy education efforts within the Office of the Chief Policy Officer.