Congressional Affairs Analyst

SAIC•Arlington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Congressional Affairs Analyst to support the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). The role supports an organization developing capabilities for the Department of War and handles congressional interactions and related administrative, analytical, and workflow functions. The position is located at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The analyst manages congressional tasking and tracking systems, coordinates legislative activities and reporting across OUSW(R&E), and works with other Department offices on special projects and congressional processes. The role also manages inquiries and correspondence, maintains records and databases, tracks deadlines and follow-up actions, and provides administrative support such as coordinating clearances and visitor parking.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 10 or more years of related experience; or a master’s degree and 8 or more years of experience; or a PhD or JD and 5 or more years of experience.
At least 2 years of legislative systems management experience in the Department of War.
Strong problem identification and resolution skills, flexibility, and initiative.
Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively with senior executives.
TS/SCI clearance required to maintain employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in congressional briefing management and direct interaction with and support for congressional staff as a Department of War representative.
Prior experience supporting an OSW principal (USW, ASW, or PDASW).

Responsibilities

Manage congressional workflow and tasking systems, including CHARRTS, OLC Web, the DOW Congressional Tracking System, and CATMS.
Provide multifunctional administrative support, including analysis, filing, task management, briefing management, and support for special congressional workflows.
Coordinate legislative activities within OUSW(R&E) and ensure alignment across the enterprise.
Handle OUSW(R&E) congressional reporting by analyzing legislative material, coordinating tasking and workflow, arbitrating disputes, and working with OSW(LA) and BAA.
Create and maintain workflow, reporting, and analysis documents; track deadlines; and issue guidance.
Manage special inter-Department projects and coordinate with OSD(LA), OGC, and OLC on task groups and processes.
Collate and refine OUSW(R&E) reports, manage groups, and strategize to meet congressional requirements.
Analyze inquiries and responses, manage correspondence, track follow-up actions, and provide document retrieval services.
Assemble information, maintain files, and coordinate responses to congressional and DoW staff inquiries.
Coordinate security clearances, process badge requests, track FOIA requests, and assist with Pentagon parking for congressional visitors.
Respond to congressional inquiries, coordinate responses, and maintain a database of inquiries and responses.
Document congressional reports and analysis, and summarize official program information in accordance with DoW or federal directives.