Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships Liaison

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Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships Liaison 26000350 Description GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as agency Government Affairs Liaison, including establishing and maintaining collegial relationships with Massachusetts elected officials at the state, federal, and municipal levels. Monitors proposed legislation that affects libraries and provides information to necessary stakeholders. Works closely with advocacy groups in the library community, creative and cultural sector, and with nonprofits. Ensures information is shared with the Library Legislative Caucus, agency staff, and Commissioners. As the Strategic Partnerships Liaison, seeks partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborations with organizations whose missions align with the MBLC’s mission. Identifies and cultivates high-level partnerships that can help advance the work of libraries and of the agency. Works closely with the Director, Communications Director, and Grants Manager on programs within their purviews. This is a hybrid role, with partial in-office and partial offsite work. DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Addressing members of the legislature, municipal officials, a...