Public Policy Advocate Position

LSE is a statewide non-profit organization that has been providing free legal services to older people and advocating for policies and laws that are consistent with our mission for fifty years. LSE is committed to ensuring that all older people in Maine – of any race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, class, or background -- are secure in meeting their basic needs, including housing, health care, nutrition, and safety.

Our Public Policy Advocate’s key responsibilities include identifying and analyzing policy issues impacting the legal rights of older people; identifying policy solutions for identified problems; and developing and implementing advocacy strategies that will make those solutions a reality.

We anticipate that much of the Public Policy Advocate’s work will require interaction with state government and participation in the legislative process. As required by law, our Public Policy Advocate will register as a lobbyist with the Maine Ethics Commission. In the course of this work, they will review all legislation, rulemaking and other proposed policy changes and identify legal issues that will impact the ability of older people to meet their basic needs.

The Public Policy Advocate will work remotely from a home office but must live within a reasonable distance from Augusta to allow for frequent travel to the area. The preferred candidate will have at least two years of experience doing public policy advocacy and must hold a Juris Doctor degree. While full-time is preferred applications for part-time work will be considered.

Starting range $73,000 to $86,000 for fulltime, depending on the amount of relevant public policy and legal experience.

During the legislative session, this position requires that the Advocate work extended hours including potentially evenings and weekends. During the non-legislative session, there is more flexibility and reduced demands with a focus only on initiatives that require off-session or year-round attention.

LSE offers a collegial and inclusive work environment and an excellent benefit package that includes paid holidays, paid leave, a retirement package and individual health insurance paid 100% by LSE. Interviews will start after September 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Please provide a cover letter, resume and references via email to mlachapelle@mainelse.org.

LSE is an equal opportunity employer.