Policy Coordinator

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Quincy, MA

2d • $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council is seeking a part-time Policy Coordinator. This is a professional position responsible for assisting with legislative and policy activities and supporting the Council membership.
The candidate will occasionally be required to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends. Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is also required.
The position is 20 hours per week, and the pay rate is up to $30.00 per hour. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
This position will be in person but eligible for hybrid. Position is contingent upon Federal funding.

Requirements

• Must have at least 2-3 years professional experience or proven record of disability policy work
• Ability to multi-task effectively and adjust to changing priorities, work processes and responsibilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal legislative and budget processes, and the ability to analyze, interpret and summarize complicated policy documents
• Strong public speaking skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
• Comfortable interacting with varied constituent groups who often hold conflicting views
• Strong commitment to promoting the full inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in community life.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing social media tools

Responsibilities

• Assist with policy research and the development of policy resources
• Monitor disability policy issues, MDDC priority and endorsed legislation, and provide updates to the Deputy Director and Council
• Work collaboratively with the MDDC Policy Committee Chairperson and coordinate the Policy Committee Meetings
• Coordinate and support public testimony on behalf of Council members and people in the DD community
• Assist with educating policymakers and coordinating policy engagement
• Maintaining working relationships with elected officials, relevant state agency personnel, disability advocacy groups and others
• Participate on committees, coalitions and task forces as assigned
• Support the planning for the Annual Legislative Reception
• Assist with the implementation of the Council's Annual State Plan
• Help with the completion of the Annual Program Performance Report (PPR)
• Represent the Council at state and national disability related conferences as assigned
• Perform related duties as assigned

Benefits

• When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees