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Title: Legislative Affairs Manager

Organization: MassHousing

Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Posting Closes: Close of Business on 7/22/2026

Website: https://www.masshousing.com

The Organization:

MassHousing will confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges to improve the lives of its people. A bold mission for an innovative agency. Since its inception in 1966, MassHousing has provided more than $30 billion for 92,000+ rental units and 90,000+ home mortgage loans. Beyond lending, we also work topromote economic growth and empowerment for families, individuals, and businesses; help communities increase their housing stock; provide hope and homes for vulnerable populations, and look for new, cost-effective ways to provide equitable housing opportunities. We have a relentless determination to confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges and improve lives.

We know that we cannot meet our mission without a workforce that is committed to standing with us in our efforts. We achieve this by making investments in staff development and prioritizing individuals who align with our values including an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As an employee of MassHousing you are offered a great career opportunity which is more than a paycheck. MassHousing' s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including but not limited to:

Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 per calendar year

A 35-hour work week and a hybrid work schedule

Back up Child/Elder Care

Retirement Savings including a pension and a deferred compensation plan (with a match)

Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans

12 paid Holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal time

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Central Boston office location, convenient to public transportation and amenities on site

If you're ready to join our dynamic team of mission driven professionals, this might be the job for you! Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume to MassHousing by logging in to www.masshousing.com/workwithus.

Position Summary

The Legislative Affairs Manager is a key member of the Government Affairs team responsible for advancing the Agency's legislative priorities and supporting external engagement, policy coordination, legislative research, and constituent services activities. Serving as a critical liaison between the Agency, elected officials, legislative staff, public agencies, external stakeholders, and internal business teams, this role helps position the Agency to support housing and community development priorities at the state and federal levels effectively. The Legislative Affairs Manager supports legislative strategy through policy research, legislative tracking, stakeholder engagement, briefing preparation, and constituent response management while working closely with Executive Leadership, Legal, Communications, and program staff to ensure consistent and informed engagement with policymakers and stakeholders. The Legislative Affairs Manager uses Agency-approved artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research and analysis, applying professional judgment to validate information and ensure accuracy and strategic alignment. This position reports to the Director of Government Affairs.

All positions at MassHousing require a customer service mindset in accordance with our values: Respect, Service, Empathy, Accountability, Collaboration, and Inclusion.

MassHousing operates under a hybrid work model; however, due to the nature of this role, an on-site presence of three to four days per week is required. This includes regular attendance at the Massachusetts State House and participation in legislative hearings, stakeholder meetings, external events, and Agency engagement activities as needed. Employees are expected to collaborate with their manager to determine an agreed-upon work schedule based on the needs of the role. To support effective onboarding, new employees may be required to work in the office more frequently during their first 90 days.

Essential Functions

Legislative Affairs & Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain productive relationships with state and federal legislators, legislative staff, congressional offices, public agencies, industry organizations, and external stakeholders

Support and coordinate legislative outreach efforts, meetings, briefings, and engagement activities with policymakers and stakeholders

Represent the Agency at the Massachusetts State House and legislative events

Monitor legislative priorities, emerging policy issues, and political developments relevant to the Agency

Assist in identifying opportunities for Agency engagement, advocacy efforts, and strategic relationship development

Manage and respond to legislative and constituent inquiries on behalf of the Agency, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional communication

Support constituent service activities that strengthen legislative relationships and advance Agency priorities

Legislative Tracking, Policy Research, and Analysis

Monitor, track, analyze, and summarize state and federal legislation, regulatory activity, hearings, and policy developments impacting housing and Agency operations and prepare recommendations, briefings, updates, and follow-up actions for leadership and internal stakeholders

Maintain internal legislative tracking systems, reports, and policy summaries

Leverage Agency-approved AI tools and other technology resources to conduct and support policy and legislative research, stakeholder monitoring, briefing development, and operational efficiency

Apply professional judgment and subject matter knowledge to validate, interpret, refine, and finalize AI-supported research and written materials

Constituent Services

Serve as the primary point of contact for constituent services within the Government Affairs team, ensuring timely, accurate, and responsive communication with the public, legislative offices, and stakeholder organizations

Identify recurring themes, issues, or service needs raised by constituents and elevate them internally to help inform policy, program enhancements, and legislative strategy

Maintain constituent tracking systems, databases, and reporting tools to support follow-up, trend identification, and service delivery

Prepare constituent correspondence, talking points, summaries, and follow-up documentation for Executive Leadership, the Director of Government Affairs, and legislative partners

Collaborate with internal departments to gather information, resolve constituent issues, and ensure consistent messaging aligned with Agency policies and procedures

Support constituent services activities that strengthen legislative relationships and public trust

Legislative Operations and Coordination

Coordinate legislative meetings, stakeholder engagement activities, hearings, and external events

Prepare agendas, briefing packets, logistics, follow-up items, and engagement tracking reports

Maintain legislative contact databases, CRM systems, and engagement tracking tools

Ensure timely follow-up and coordination across multiple workstreams and stakeholders

Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen tracking, reporting, and operational efficiency within Government Affairs

Prepare clear, concise, and audience-appropriate written materials, including briefings, correspondence, summaries, and presentations

Security

Comply with MassHousing's Information Security Program and all other Agency information security policies and procedures

Take responsibility for any Agency assets assigned to you

Promptly report any security events, incidents, or weaknesses to MassHousing's Information Security Team

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field

3+ years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, legislative affairs, public policy, external affairs, stakeholder engagement, or related fields

Experience working with or supporting state and/or federal legislative bodies, elected officials, public agencies, or external stakeholders

Experience monitoring, analyzing, and summarizing legislation, regulations, and public policy issues

Demonstrated ability to prepare briefing materials and executive communications

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn tracking and reporting systems

Eligibility to work in, and travel freely to and from, the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Massachusetts legislative processes committee structures, and budget cycles

Experience working at or with the Massachusetts State House, legislative offices, quasi-public agencies, or government relations organizations

Experience in housing policy, affordable housing finance, community development, or related public policy areas

Experience with legislative tracking platforms, CRM systems, or AI research tools

Experience managing constituent services or legislative response coordination

Experience supporting legislative or advocacy initiatives

Experience preparing testimony or executive-level materials

Essential Characteristics

Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Strategic and critical thinker with the dual capacity to see the big picture and attend to detail

Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable recommendations

Strong political acumen with the ability to navigate complex policy environments with diplomacy and sound judgement

Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the Agency

Comfortable multitasking, adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, and manages time efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Energetic and collaborative team player with the ability to work independently

Commitment to high-quality customer service and public service excellence

Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, trustworthiness, and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information

Salary Range: $94,184.76 - $122,440.29

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer