Strategic Government Relations Advocate — Higher Ed

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts; Clarksburg (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement: MA State Employee Pension/

Tuition Waivers & Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is seeking a Government Relations Officer to manage the College's relationships with state and federal government entities. You will lead strategy, draft official correspondence, and build partnerships to advance the College's priorities.

The role requires a minimum 5+ years in government engagement, excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and the ability to travel regionally and nationally. A hybrid work arrangement is available with a 20-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of government engagement experience.
• Strong relationship-building with state and federal officials.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Occasional nights/weekends and regional/national travel required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the College's Government Relations across legislative, funding, and issue-oriented interactions.
• Develop strategy to enhance state support and draft testimonies and letters.
• Cultivate relationships with MA officials and other higher-ed groups; coordinate with Governor's Office.
• Disseminate data to bolster support for programs and initiatives.
• Monitor legislation and provide policy recommendations with President's Cabinet.
• Oversee major capital project funding with state agencies like DCAMM.
• Identify government funding sources for strategic initiatives.
• Lead advocacy programs and partnerships for the College.
• Maintain a significant presence in Boston year-round.

Skills

Excellent writing

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office programs

Database use

Research tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database use

Research tools

Job description

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is seeking a Government Relations Officer to manage the College's relationships with state and federal government entities. You will lead strategy, draft official correspondence, and build partnerships to advance the College's priorities.

The role requires a minimum 5+ years in government engagement, excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and the ability to travel regionally and nationally. A hybrid work arrangement is available with a 20-hour workweek.