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September 16, 2024
General Description
The Public Schools Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM) is seeking qualified
candidates for a part-time Legislative and Policy Research Associate. This is a 25-30 hour/week year-round, 1099 contract position with considerable flexibility. This is largely a remote position with the exception of one to two monthly in-person meetings, and periodic travel to Annapolis during the 2025 session of the Maryland General Assembly.
Specific Duties & Expectations
● Research legislative, policy, and fiscal issues related to education legislation, regulations
and state workgroups to inform PSSAM’s written and oral testimony, correspondence,
social media, and other communications
● Assist in developing PSSAM’s annual legislative priorities
● Provide internal executive support to manage PSSAM’s legislative database
● Assist in reviewing legislation and monitoring related hearings during the legislative
session
● Provide assistance in preparation of written and oral testimony for PSSAM and its
superintendent members
● Provide logistical support for PSSAM’s advocacy activities including scheduling,
attending and monitoring meetings with individual legislators, legislative
committees/subcommittees, the State Board of Education, state workgroups and other
stakeholders
● Work on special projects as directed by the Executive Director or any member of PSSAM
● Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
● A bachelor’s degree is preferred
● Excellent written and verbal communications skills
● Ability to work well as part of a team
● Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
● Proficient in Google Workspace – Google Drive, Docs, etc
● 1-3 years of experience with the Maryland General Assembly is preferred
● Experience in education policy and legislative work is a plus, but not required
Qualified candidates should respond with a letter of interest and resume to
The position remains open until filled; however, letters of interest should be received by November 1, 2024 for full consideration. Candidates should be prepared to provide letters of recommendation and writing samples upon request.
PSSAM may make such investigations as are deemed necessary to determine the ability of a respondent to provide the specified work, including contacting former employers provided by the candidate at a specified time.
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