Legislative Aide

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.

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 assigned;

· Manage constituent inquiries and casework including creation/maintenance of database of constituent requests;

· Serve as liaison with 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;

· Manage Member’s social media channels and produce quarterly newsletters to keep constituents up-to-date on Member’s work;

· Support communications projects for Member, including Letters of Support for organizations in the district and celebratory letters for constituent achievements;

· Attend meetings and forums on behalf of the Member as directed, whether that be at the State House or in the 16th Worcester District;

· Draft proposed legislation and amendments on matters of importance to the Member;

· Monitor and track legislation for Member;

· Prepare summaries of legislation and briefing materials on various topics for Member;

· Ability to operate in a fast-paced professional office environment; handle or operate standard office equipment and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

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.

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 assigned;

· Manage constituent inquiries and casework including creation/maintenance of database of constituent requests;

· Serve as liaison with 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;

· Manage Member’s social media channels and produce quarterly newsletters to keep constituents up-to-date on Member’s work;

· Support communications projects for Member, including Letters of Support for organizations in the district and celebratory letters for constituent achievements;

· Attend meetings and forums on behalf of the Member as directed, whether that be at the State House or in the 16th Worcester District;

· Draft proposed legislation and amendments on matters of importance to the Member;

· Monitor and track legislation for Member;

· Prepare summaries of legislation and briefing materials on various topics for Member;

· 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 short notice;
•    Excellent research, analytical and interpersonal skills;
•    Excellent writing and communication skills;
•    Ability to communicate with members and colleagues effectively and provide and receive feedback professionally;

*   Sharp eye for constituent engagement via social media posts and newsletters;
•    Strong organizational skills including, but not limited to, calendar and email management and ability to prioritize tasks as needed;  
•    Ability to follow-up and complete tasks. 
 

Start Date\:  As soon as possible 

The starting salary for this role will be determined pursuant to the House’s Employee Classification and Compensation Plan, which determines each employee’s appropriate rate of compensation within the role’s pay range based on their House experience. 

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.

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.

How to Apply\:  Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Chair Donahue's Staff Director at [email protected] with Legislative Aide and your last name in the subject line.  Deadline to apply is December 1st, 2026.

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 short notice;
•    Excellent research, analytical and interpersonal skills;
•    Excellent writing and communication skills;
•    Ability to communicate with members and colleagues effectively and provide and receive feedback professionally;

*   Sharp eye for constituent engagement via social media posts and newsletters;
•    Strong organizational skills including, but not limited to, calendar and email management and ability to prioritize tasks as needed;  
•    Ability to follow-up and complete tasks. 
 

Start Date\:  As soon as possible 

The starting salary for this role will be determined pursuant to the House’s Employee Classification and Compensation Plan, which determines each employee’s appropriate rate of compensation within the role’s pay range based on their House experience. 

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.

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.

How to Apply\:  Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Chair Donahue's Staff Director at [email protected] with Legislative Aide and your last name in the subject line.  Deadline to apply is December 1st, 2026.

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