Legislative Liaison

The city of Somerville is in search of a Legislative Liaison. This position serves as a key liaison between the Mayor’s Office and external partners, including the City Council, state and federal officials, the Governor’s Office, the School Department, and other municipalities. The role coordinates intergovernmental communication, develops policy recommendations, tracks legislation, drafts testimony and legislative language, and manages high-priority projects requiring City Council action. Responsibilities also include supporting budget planning, responding to Council inquiries, advising departments on stakeholder engagement, and representing the Administration at public meetings. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience in public policy, public administration, or a related field, along with strong knowledge of municipal government, project management, policy development, and legislative processes. Success in this role requires exceptional communication, relationship-building, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Performs other related duties that may be assigned.

Responsibilities

Acts as key liaison between the Mayor’s Office and external partners, including the City Council, state and federal officials, the Governor’s Office, the School Department, and other municipalities; Coordinates intergovernmental communication; Develops policy recommendations; Tracks legislation; Drafts testimony and legislative language; Manages high-priority projects requiring City Council action; Supports budget planning; Responds to Council inquiries; Advises departments on stakeholder engagement; Represents the Administration at public meetings; Performs other related duties that may be assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; At least three years of relevant experience in public policy, public administration, or a related field; Strong knowledge of municipal government, project management, policy development, and legislative processes; Exceptional communication, relationship-building, organizational, and analytical skills; Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment