MACTE (Michigan Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) is a coalition of more than 30 Michigan colleges and universities working together to promote high quality preparation and continuing education for all school personnel.
JOB TITLE: Public Relations SpecialistLocation: Lansing, MI
Type: Part Time / One Year Appointment – Renewable
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
MACTE seeks qualified candidate to work as part of a team to advance MACTE’s priorities.
Attend and participate in Board of Higher Education/Day on the Hill Meetings and other relevant policy committee and teams
Directly communicate and lobby the legislature and administrative agencies to advance MACTE priorities
Provide advice and guidance to MACTE members and other strategic partners on policy and governmental affairs matters
Monitor the content of educational policy and determine possible effect on MACTE members’ interests
Provide regular updates of legislative activities to MACTE members and external audiences in addition to an annual summary of activities
Provide updates to Directors and Representatives of Teacher Education Programs (DARTEP) at Fall and Spring meetings
Work with MACTE board to strategize, integrate and coordinate resources to support priorities. This includes communications, grassroots engagement and field work activities
Plan and coordinate meetings between MACTE members and elected officials to discuss legislative issues and proposals
Instruct members in advocacy techniques and strategies
Experience and Qualification Requirements:
3-5 years public policy – lobbying experience
Knowledge of state and federal educational policy
Familiarity with state educational organizations
High level organizational skills
Excellent project management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Self-motivation and initiative as well as ability to work as part of a team
Computer literate
How to Apply:
Interested persons should submit an electronic portfolio to collinel@gvsu.edu that documents experiences lobbying interests of previous organizations. Include a letter of application (addressing the qualifications criteria), current resume, and threereferences. If you need assistance or have questions, call Kristy Martin at 616-331-2093.
Closing Date:
Review of the applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.