Agency Overview:
The Massachusetts House of Representatives (“House”) is comprised of 160 independently elected Members, each representing a district of approximately 43,000 people.

Position Overview:
The Legislative Aide assists Representative Sabadosa in the discharge of her official duties by providing communication, legislative, and administrative support services deemed necessary by her. This position is Boston-based and requires working, in person, at the Massachusetts State House.

Reports to:
State Representative Lindsay Sabadosa.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Nothing in this job description restricts Rep. Sabadosa’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time for any reason.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Research policy questions and write testimony, legislative briefs, and other supporting documents;
Track legislation for upcoming hearings and coordinate with other legislative offices;
Draft proposed legislation and amendments on matters of importance to the Member;
Attend meetings and policy briefings;
Liaise with other legislative offices, advocates, constituents, and stakeholders to organize events and briefings;
Ensure all office correspondence is answered in a timely manner;
Provide basic administrative support including, but not limited to, answering phones and taking messages, greeting visitors, scheduling and other tasks as may be assigned;
Serve as liaison with federal, local and other state government offices as directed by the Member;
Supervise interns and coordinate with the House intern program; and
Operate in a fast-paced professional office environment; handle or operate standard office equipment, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

Required Skills/Attributes:
A successful candidate will be highly organized, have excellent writing skills, and be able to work independently. Additionally, they will be able to:
·interface and work with different communities and personalities in a professional and helpful manner;
·multitask effectively, work independently and meet deadlines on short notice;
·communicate with members and colleagues effectively and provide and receive feedback professionally;
·follow-up and complete tasks.

Preferred Education and Work Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree; or
· Associate degree with more than 1 year of professional work experience; or
· High School diploma with more than 2 years of professional work experience.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time, minimum of 37.5 hour per week position. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday. Hours vary and may include evening and weekend work to support the Member’s legislative or constituent activities.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a very brief cover letter, and a sample piece of testimony on any piece of legislation of interest (2-3 paragraphs) to julia.mathis@mahouse.gov

The House of Representatives is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity/expression, disability, military obligations, veteran status, or any other class protected by federal or state law.