Strategic Government Relations Lead

Berkshirejobs; North Adams (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Waivers

Paid Time Off

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts seeks an experienced Government Relations Officer to manage the College’s relationships with state and federal entities. The role leads strategy, drafts official correspondence, and collaborates with leadership to secure funding and visibility.

The Officer builds partnerships with government stakeholders, monitors legislation, and travels regionally/nationally to advance institutional priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of government engagement experience.
• Proven relationships with state and federal government officials.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt rapidly to changing opportunities and priorities.
• Ability to track projects from identification to completion or sustainability.
• Experience working with diverse colleagues, constituents, and stakeholders.
• Strong tech skills including common Microsoft Office programs, databases, and research tools.
• Willingness to travel regionally and nationally; occasional nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage the College's Government Relations efforts and related interactions.
• Lead strategy development to enhance state support and funding.
• Cultivate relationships with MA officials and other higher‑ed institutions.
• Disseminate data to bolster support for programs and initiatives.
• Elevate visibility and public funding; monitor legislation and craft policy recommendations.
• Act as primary contact for capital project funding with state agencies.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Project tracking

Travel availability

Microsoft Office

Database usage

Research tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database use

Research tools

Job description

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts seeks an experienced Government Relations Officer to manage the College’s relationships with state and federal entities. The role leads strategy, drafts official correspondence, and collaborates with leadership to secure funding and visibility.

The Officer builds partnerships with government stakeholders, monitors legislation, and travels regionally/nationally to advance institutional priorities.