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State of Massachusetts Legislative Affairs Co-op Fall 2024 in 10 Park Plaza, Massachusetts
Position Summary: TheLegislativeAffairsco-opwillreportdirectlytotheChief of Intergovernmental Affairs,andworkaspart of the Legislative Affairs Team to support their ongoing projects. This can include preparation for public meetings,communicatingaboutprojectssuchastheSumner Tunnel Closure, Cape Cod Bridge Replacementand Allston I90 project to name a fewandprovidingadministrativesupporttotheteam. Other aspects of the co-op may include responding to public inquiries and conferring with staff, in order to exchange information, to coordinate efforts, and to obtain information concerning projects and activities. DutiesandResponsibilities:* * * Workwiththeteamtocoordinateandrunvirtualand in-personpublicmeetings. * ConductresearchonthedivisionsofDOT,Aeronautics,MBTA,RMV,andRailandTransit. * Attendteammeetingsandofferinputregardingweeklyactivities. * Beone ofthe liaisons tothe statelegislature. * Compileaweeklyreportthatissharedwithvariousmembersofstategovernment. * BecomeinvolvedwithpiecesofDOTthatinterestthem. * Continue to build in-house constituent database. * Attend public meetings regarding Highway projects both virtual and in-person Preferred Qualifications: * BeproficientinMicrosoftWordandExcel. * Beinterestedintransportationandstategovernment. * Beabletoeditandwritebriefs. * Beable to workindependently. * Beabletoplanahead. Take-awaysattheendoftheco-op: Theselectedcandidatewillbeableto: * Beabletorunapublicmeetingusingvirtualplatforms. * BefamiliarwiththelegislativeprocessinMassachusetts. * Beabletoconductlegislativeresearch. * BefamiliarwiththevariousprogramsDOTrunssuchasCompleteStreetsandSharedStreetsandSpaces. * BefamiliarwitheachdivisionwithinDOTandtheirmission. * BefamiliarwithDOT’slegislativegoals. * Learn day to day activities of a Legislative Affairs/Intergovernmental operations AboutMassDOT: The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportationpoliciesandprojectsfortheCommonwealthofMassachusettsandtoefficientlyplan,design,construct,and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found atmass.gov/massdot-careers. MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning&EnterpriseServices)providesbusinessandadministrativesupportandpolicyleadershipforeachofthefour(4)divisions. This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered. Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply. · For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.. · For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722. · For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Massachusetts Department of Transportation *Title: *Legislative Affairs Co-op Fall 2024 Location: Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza Requisition ID: 240003UL