Senior Policy Analyst - Office of Senator Creem

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Job Description - Senior Policy Analyst - Office of Senator Creem (2500084X)

Job Description

Senior Policy Analyst - Office of Senator Creem - ( 2500084X )

Job Summary

The Senior Policy Analyst is a senior member of the Senator’s team and is responsible for advising the Senator on complex policy issues and conducting in-depth research on specific legislative and policy concepts. The Senior Policy Analyst is the office’s policy expert and point person on specific legislative matters in their field of expertise. The Senior Policy Analyst leads the development of policy positions and oversees all legislative initiatives related to their field of expertise on behalf of the Senator. The Senior Policy Analyst reports to the Chief of Staff.

All applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume.

New hires can expect a salary between $87,221 and $110,617, which will be based on related experience, education, and training.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Advise the Senator on policy, rules, and budgetary matters.
• 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.
• Prepare, analyze, and interpret proposed and existing legislation, laws, and policies.
• Review, revise, draft, and summarize legislation and amendments for the Senator, in collaboration with other members of the Senator’s policy team.
• Attend formal Senate sessions, monitor legislative activity on the floor, and staff the Senator during sessions.
• Coordinate with other members of the Senator’s policy team to 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.
• Participate in and prepare for meetings with the Senator to provide advice on policy matters.
• 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.

Other Duties and Responsibilities May Include

• Review and edit policy work of other members of the Senator’s policy team.
• Collaborate and consult with the Chief of Staff and other Senate staff on legislative matters.
• Oversee the organization and management of workflow of other policy team members for hearings, meetings, and events related to the Senator’s legislative priorities and committee assignments.
• Manage the Senator’s policy team in planning, assigning, and directing legislative and policy work and ensure its effective performance and responsiveness to the Senator’s needs.
• Assist with messaging, media relations, and constituent outreach regarding the Senator’s legislative agenda.
• Train, supervise, or participate in the hiring of office staff or interns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate degree or higher in a related field and at least 2 years of senior public policy experience in the Massachusetts legislature, other state legislatures, or congressional offices or comparable public policy experience in a lead staff position.
• Experience with and knowledge of the legislative and budget process, public policy, or special-interest advocacy.
• Ability to read, interpret, research, and analyze federal and state laws and other rules and regulations related to state governance.
• 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.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to think critically and work both independently and as part of a team.
• 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.

Benefits and Compensation

• 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

Equal Opportunity

The Massachusetts Senate is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative 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.

Primary Location

Job

Location Details

Administrative Services

Agency

Agency

Agency Details

Senate

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Number of Openings

Number of Openings: 1

Salary

87,221.00 - 130,832.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Kathryn Bethea-Rivera - 617-722-1212