Jake Rooney
Summary
Fiscal Policy Manager at the Executive Office of Administration in Finance with three years of experience. Experienced in budget development and tracking, ensuring that state funding is spent effectively and responsibly. Deep knowledge of education and local aid programs in Massachusetts. Proficient in legislative and fiscal analysis, utilizing data and research to make informed policy recommendations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiscal Policy Manager
Executive Office of Administration and Finance
07.2022 - Current
- Oversee $13 billion of the Commonwealth's operating budget, with a focus on Education and Local Aid programs
- Draft the Governor's annual budget proposal
- Serve as the lead on "Fair Share" programming, working with relevant A&F staff and State Agencies to develop budget and supplemental budget proposals that utilize new surtax revenue
- Enhance policy development by conducting thorough research and analysis on relevant issues.
- Work closely with State Secretariats and Agencies to ensure their programs and goals are properly supported
Senior Policy Analyst
LearnLaunch Institute
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Researched and analyzed state and federal legislation related to education and education technology
- Wrote proposed legislation, budget amendments, and testimony for hearings
- Managed contracts with state agencies and LEA's
- Drafted and distributed LearnLaunch's biweekly newsletter
- Supported fundraising efforts for various initiatives and conferences
Executive Office Intern
University of Massachusetts President's Office
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Researched and tracked state legislation impacting the UMass system and higher education
- Examined and reported on the salaries and costs of other state university systems to compare to the UMass system
- Prepared bios and research for meetings with the President and his staff
- Completed administrative and organizational tasks for multiple departments within the President's Office, especially for Government Affairs
Highway Operations Intern
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Researched changes in policies and procedures for the purpose of updating the current Snow and Ice Operations Manual
- Filled various administrative roles, including working with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Conducted inventory checks of MassDOT depots around the state
Education
Bachelor of Art - Political Science, Minor in Economics
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
Amherst, MA05.2020
High school diploma - undefined
Roxbury Latin School
Boston, MA06.2016
Skills
- Legislative Research
- Fiscal Analysis
- Written Communication
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking abilities
- Teamwork
- Policy advocacy
- MS Office
Timeline
Fiscal Policy Manager
Executive Office of Administration and Finance
07.2022 - Current
Senior Policy Analyst
LearnLaunch Institute
06.2020 - 06.2022
Executive Office Intern
University of Massachusetts President's Office
06.2019 - 01.2020
Highway Operations Intern
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
06.2018 - 01.2019
High school diploma - undefined
Roxbury Latin School
Bachelor of Art - Political Science, Minor in Economics
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
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