Policy Coordinator
MassachusettsQuincy, Massachusetts, United States
Posted March 23, 2026
60000 - 60000 USD
Part Time
About the Company
The Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council 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.
Job Description
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. Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is required.
Requirements
- 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
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer