Legal Disability Policy Analyst Part-Time

Legal Disability Policy Analyst Part-Time (2500082M)

The Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council is seeking a part-time Legal Disability Policy Analyst. This professional position is responsible for conducting policy analysis and making recommendations on a broad range of policy issues to support Council membership education and awareness activities and implementing related Council State Plan objectives.

The candidate will occasionally be required to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, and occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is also required. The position is 20 hours per week. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

This position will be in person but is eligible for a hybrid arrangement.
Position is contingent upon Federal funding.

• Conduct policy analysis; interpret legislative policies, statutes, regulations, and sub-regulatory documents; develop legislative policy briefs; and provide legal guidance.
• Develop documentation to support Council policy positions and prepare policy talking points to support Council membership’s public testimony and education efforts.
• Track, measure, report and communicate on legislative/policy activity to the Policy Committee.
• Monitor disability policy issues as directed by the Deputy Director.
• Build working relationships with elected officials, relevant state agency personnel, disability advocacy groups, and others.
• Participate on committees, coalitions and task forces as assigned.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Council's Annual State Plan.
• Assist in the completion of the Annual Program Performance Report.
• Represent the Council at state and national disability related conferences as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar and experience in disability legal research, legal writing and legal procedures and processes.

Conduct research and analysis on relevant legal precedents, statutes, and regulations, and summarize findings to assist MDDC staff.

• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal legislative and budget processes, and the ability to analyze, interpret and summarize complicated policy documents.
• Strong public speaking skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Comfortable interacting with varied constituent groups who often hold conflicting views.
• Strong commitment to promoting the full inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in community life.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Perform related duties as required.

The candidate will develop proficiency in the use of Mass Trac, and functional working knowledge of the Council’s DD Suite Data Management System. The candidate will be provided the opportunity to earn more autonomy and take on more responsibility, including taking the lead role in implementing specific Council initiatives.

An Equal Opportunity / Affinity 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.