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*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 the Member of the House who appointed the Legislative Aide in the discharge of that Member’s official duties by providing communication, legislative, and administrative support services deemed necessary by the Member. *Reports to:* State Representative, or at the discretion of the Representative to the Staff Director. *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 the Representative’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time for any reason. *Responsibilities/Essential Functions:* • Provide Member with basic administrative support, including, but not limited to, answering phones and taking messages, greeting visitors, scheduling and other tasks as may be assigned; • Manage constituent inquiries and casework including maintenance of database of constituent requests; • Serve as liaison with the Member’s constituents; • Serve as liaison with federal, local, and other state government offices as directed by the Member; • Research and draft responses to constituents, stakeholders, and other interest groups on matters of interest; • Draft proposed legislation, amendments, and testimony on matters of importance to the Member; • Monitor and track legislation for the Member; • Prepare summaries of legislation and briefing materials on various topics for the Member; • Attend meetings and forums on behalf of the Member as directed; • Develop social media content as directed by the Member or Staff Director; • At the direction of the Staff Director, supervise interns and coordinate with the House intern program; • Collaborate with the Legislative Director as needed; • Ability to operate in a fast-paced professional office environment; handle or operate standard office equipment, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. *Required Skills/Attributes:* • Ability to interface and work with different communities and personalities in a professional and helpful manner; • Ability to multi-task effectively, work independently, and meet deadlines on shortnotice; • Excellent research, analytical, and interpersonal skills; • Excellent writing and communication skills; • Ability to communicate with colleagues and staff effectively and provide andreceive feedback professionally; • Strong organizational skills including but not limited to calendar and emailmanagement and ability to prioritize tasks as needed; • Ability to 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 hours per week position. Workdays are typically Monday through Friday. Hours vary and may include evening and weekend work to support the Member’s legislative or constituent activities. *References* References should be made available upon request. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. *To Apply:* *Send your resume and cover letter to Lily Stowe-Alekman, Staff Director at [email protected]. The subject line of your email should contain your last name and “Legislative Aide Application.”* 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. **Job:** **Administrative Services* **Organization:** **House of Representatives* **Title:** *Legislative Aide - State Representative Mindy Domb * **Location:** *Massachusetts-Boston - State House* **Requisition ID:** *2500052Y*