Congressional Liaison Specialist, GS-0301-12, FPL GS-12 (ED Only)

Department of Education Headquarters • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is located in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Legislation and Congressional Affairs (OLCA). OLCA serves as the liaison between ED and Congress, coordinating all Department matters relevant to Congress. The organizational structure consists of political leadership who work to effectively communicate the Administration's position on education issues, career staff for policy that advise on Congressional legislative affairs staff that aid in resolving constituent concerns.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must complete a Background Investigation.
• One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-11 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments: 1. Experience applying analytical methods to determine the coordination and dissemination of congressional inquiries. 2. Experience managing a large volume of congressional inquiries on behalf of constituents related to Title IV Programs. 3. Experience gathering and organizing departmental program information, applying subject matter analysis to the accuracy of the document and content material.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations and policies essential to carry out provisions of Federal Title IV, Higher Education Act, Student Financial Aid, accreditation, eligibility and certification of education institutions.
• Knowledge of Legislative Procedures of Congress to implement and perform technical analysis of complex legislative and regulatory matters.
• Knowledge to communicate with managers at various levels and meet with Members of Congress and their staff to conduct Student Financial Aid workshops upon request.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in a courteous manner.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Serving as the Department's primary liaison with specific offices within the Department to expedite responding to congressional inquiries which are sensitive and complex in nature.
• Researching and preparing special reports and briefings for inter and intra agency use to ensure that all pertinent information is provided to appropriate personnel.
• Producing briefing memos about policies and procedures for interaction with senior Department officials and drafts communications on specific programs and procedures for transmittal to Congress.
• Developing outreach efforts to Congress on legislation and other Departmental activities, including arranging and attending meetings for congressional staff and constituents, with appropriate ED officials.
• Analyzing the scope of inquiries and identifies trends and potentially controversial issues.
• Managing and executing the receipt, review, and analysis of congressional inquiries (verbal and written) from Members of Congress to the Department.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• As an ED employee, you will also benefit from our family-friendly work environment.
• excused leave for Parent/Teacher Conferences (3 hours)
• excused leave for annual health screenings (4 hours)
• matching leave for community volunteer service.
• alternative work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed