LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

Washington D.C • Washington, DC

362d • $80,784 - $103,333 • Remote

About The Position

The DC Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) provides contracting services for client agencies and offices in the District. The mission of OCP is to partner with vendors and District agencies to purchase quality goods and services in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost, while ensuring that all purchasing actions are conducted fairly and impartially. OCP manages the acquisition of over $5.7 billion in goods, services, and construction annually on behalf of 78 District agencies. OCP is powered by a diverse team of innovative professionals committed to helping our client agencies reach their goals and accomplish their missions. In addition to contracting and procurement services, OCP's Surplus Property Division collects, manages, and reuses District-owned and federal surplus property. The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is seeking a Legislative Affairs Specialist to report to the Communications Director. The role involves coordinating legislative matters between the Council, the Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs (OPLA), and the Mayor's Executive Offices. Key responsibilities include drafting and facilitating agency legislation, tracking and analyzing legislative developments, preparing detailed reports and memos, and managing preparations for confirmation, budget, oversight, and legislative hearings. This includes drafting testimony, creating presentations, and responding to Council inquiries. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public administration, business management, public policy or related field.
• Five (5) years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Extensive knowledge of organizational structures and management systems.
• Proficiency in researching local and state codes and regulations.
• Expertise in legislative and legal research to analyze and interpret legislation.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate legislative matters between the Council, OPLA, and the Mayor's Executive Offices.
• Draft and facilitate agency legislation.
• Track and analyze legislative developments.
• Prepare detailed reports and memos.
• Manage preparations for confirmation, budget, oversight, and legislative hearings.
• Draft testimony and create presentations.
• Respond to Council inquiries.

Benefits

• Starting Salary: $80,784.00 - $103,333.00
• Career Service appointment
• Exempt from FLSA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees