Senior Policy Advisor

Agriculture, Rural Development • Fort Collins, CO

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About The Position

This position is located in Rural Development (RD), Rural Utilities Service (RUS), Assistant Administrator - Telecommunications. The Senior Policy Advisor advises the Assistant Administrator, Telecom Program, on the design and implementation of telecommunications programs. The position oversees management of the Telecommunications Programs to ensure they meet leadership objectives, while assessing new and innovative models for serving stakeholders. The advisor uses extensive knowledge of technology, industry, law and legislation, and the Telecom Program to prepare technical reports and briefings in response to requests for information or data from Congress, the Secretary, and the White House. The role also tracks complex regulatory and legislative changes affecting the telecommunications sector and industry trends, and provides policy advice, guidance, and recommendations to the Assistant Administrator of the Telecom Program.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• Successfully complete a background investigation and/or fingerprint check; the position is subject to continuous vetting.
• Use direct deposit for federal payments.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period unless previously served; depending on appointment type, a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period may apply.
• Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements: current federal employees applying for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
• Possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, or its non-Federal equivalent, demonstrating the specified experience in program goals, policy evaluation, program leadership, broadband project guidance, legislative and regulatory impact analysis, and accountability and tracking systems.
• Education cannot substitute for experience; qualifications are based on specialized experience only.
• Meet the qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-0301 series by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Assistant Administrator, Telecom Program, on the design and implementation of telecommunications programs.
• Oversee management of the Telecommunications Programs to ensure they meet leadership objectives and assess new and innovative models for serving stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings in response to requests for information or data from Congress, the Secretary, and the White House.
• Track complex regulatory and legislative changes affecting the telecommunications sector and industry trends.
• Provide policy advice, guidance, and recommendations to the Assistant Administrator of the Telecom Program.
• Establish goals and objectives in connection with prospective changes in functions and programs.
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies and practices.
• Provide leadership and support to accomplish program objectives and goals and support development of policies, procedures, and operating plans.
• Provide technical advice, guidance, and direction on principles and practices for broadband projects.
• Analyze the impact of new legislation, judicial rulings or mandates, and changes in Administration policy and program operations on existing and proposed regulations.
• Manage the development and maintenance of accountability and tracking systems.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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