Legislative Aide : Office of State Representative Richard M. Haggerty -30th Middlesex District

State of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

37d • Onsite

About The Position

The Legislative Aide assists Representative Haggerty in the discharge of the Representative's official duties by providing communication, legislative, and administrative support services.

Requirements

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced professional office environment; handle or operate standard office equipment, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
• Strong digital communication and social media proficiency;
• Ability to interface and collaborate with different communities and personalities in a professional and helpful manner;
• Ability to multi-task effectively, work independently and meet deadlines on short notice;
• Excellent research, analytical and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent writing, communication and social media skills;
• Ability to communicate with Legislators and colleagues effectively and provide and receive feedback professionally;
• Strong organizational skills, including but not limited to, calendar and email management, and the ability to prioritize tasks as needed; and
• Ability to follow up and complete tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree required, with a demonstrated record of excellent academic performance.
• Although prior experience in a specific field is not required, competitive candidates will present clear evidence of strong achievement in rigorous professional settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage constituent inquiries and casework including creation/maintenance of database of constituent requests;
• Support Representative Haggerty's assigned committee and commission work, including but not limited to, hearing/meeting preparation;
• Provide Representative Haggerty with basic administrative support, but not limited to, answering phones and taking messages, greeting visitors, and other tasks as may be assigned;
• Maintain Representative Haggerty's schedule;
• Serve as liaison with Representative Haggerty's constituents;
• Serve as liaison with federal, local and other state government offices;
• Research and resolve questions and problems of constituents, stakeholders and other interest groups;
• Prepare testimony on sponsored and co-sponsored legislation;
• Prepare summaries of legislation and briefing materials;
• Prepare legislative updates for public viewing;
• Draft, monitor, file and track legislation, budget items and legislative amendments;
• Attend meetings, hearings and forums on behalf of Representative Haggerty;
• Supervise interns and volunteers in coordination with the House intern program; and
• Create and maintain social media content for Representative Haggerty

Benefits

• As an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, staff have access to a wide variety of health plans, including coverage of health, vision, and dental benefits.
• Furthermore, retirement benefits are available, depending upon one's length of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees