Legislative Analyst

Washington, DC, United States

KGS

Job ID 2330044

Koniag Government Services is seeking a Legislative Analyst to support our sector of companies in Washington, DC.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Serve as Legislative Analyst to assist ACF OHSEPR in conducting legislation development and engagement activities. The Office of Human Services Emergency Preparedness and Response (OHSEPR) is the Emergency Management Lead for the ACF within the DHHS. OHSEPR ensures the effectiveness of human services in preparedness, response, and recovery from disasters and public health emergencies OHSEPR leads ACF's support for disaster human services missions conducted under the National Response Framework's Emergency Support Function 6. OHSEPR administers the U.S. Repatriation Program and leads domestic non-emergency and emergency repatriation planning and operations to support the return of U.S. citizens and their dependents following an evacuation from overseas nations due to war, threat of war, invasion, civil unrest, or similar crises.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Review, analyze and track legislation of ACF, OHSEPR interest; prepare position papers; track Congressional bills, acts, legislation, committee hearings, and other activities with emphasis on annual HHS ACF appropriations and authorization bills; provide OHSEPR with periodic updates and reports regarding the status and impacts of pending ACF legislation.

Follow and examine legislative initiatives that affect ACF programs and provide detailed analysis regarding potential impact on DHSCM, and Repatriation services and activities.

Perform detailed research and statistical analysis; compile and organize data, prepare reports, and present findings and recommendations.

Assist in the development and preparation of agenda items for OHSEPR's leadership legislative positions and actions as well as preparing talking points for Supervisors and their staff members.

Maintain and support a culture of customer service excellence.

Support OHSEPR on special projects as necessary.

Collaborate closely with various ACF, OHSEPR Federal, state, and local government legislative and policy stakeholders, internal and external to the agency.

Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Relevant experience must be in emerging government activities, budget processes and developing, writing, and editing written communications.

Strong research and project management capabilities.

Demonstrates professional judgment and editorial skills.

Experience in the translation of complex information into engaging and succinct content targeted toward specific audiences.

Demonstrates skill in communicating complex, technical or policy issues to diverse, non-technical

Have useful programming and analytical skills for accurate database management.

Proficiency in multimedia platforms with desire to learn new technologies and platforms.

Capacity to set priorities and meet deadlines, and ability to multi-task.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency in internet research with solid understanding of macro-economic and business environments.

Education:

A bachelor's degree and a minimum of six (6) years of professional experience or a master's degree and a minimum of four years professional experience as a program analyst.

The degree must be in Political.

Science, Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or related field required.

Office Location and Travel:

This position shall be required to support the OHSEPR program on site at minimum 2 day a week. Current OHSEPR on-site status for all federal and non-federal employees is either Tuesday and Wednesday or Wednesday and Thursday.

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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