Legislative Aide to the Mayor
City of Cambridge · Cambridge, Massachusetts, US
The Legislative Aide to the Mayor serves as a key policy advisor across a broad range of issues, supporting the Mayor’s legislative role as the Chair of the...
Job description
ABOUT THE ROLE: The Legislative Aide to the Mayor serves as a key policy advisor across a broad range of issues, supporting the Mayor’s legislative role as the Chair of the City Council. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the role helps advance policy initiatives, support legislative matters, and strengthen partnerships across the Council. This position requires a strong working knowledge of municipal government operations, including legislative processes, budgeting, and intergovernmental coordination. The Legislative Aide also plays an important role in supporting the Mayor’s work with the School Committee and its subcommittees, ensuring effective communication and coordination on education-related priorities. Working collaboratively across the Mayor’s Office, this position contributes to meaningful community engagement on public issues, helping ensure that constituent perspectives inform policy decisions while maintaining a responsive and accessible front office environment. Success in this role requires analytical judgment, political acumen, discretion, and a deep commitment to public service and community trust. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duti...