Congressional Liaison Specialist - Arlington, United States - US Drug Enforcement Administration

US Drug Enforcement Administration
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Arlington, United States

2 weeks ago

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Duties:


As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

As a Congressional Liaison Specialist your typical work assignments may include:

  • Planning directing, and executing liaison operations for critical agency-wide programs and appropriations with national or international implications in order to ensure the agency is best represented before Congressional members, committees, and in meetings with staff.
  • Providing extensive interpretation and insight to agency management regarding Congressional inquiries and activities.
  • Responding to Congressional inquiries based on expert knowledge and understanding of programmatic activities.
  • Consulting with all levels of management, other federal agencies, and Congressional offices.
  • Exercising a broad degree of independence and applies authoritative judgment in developing and maintain relationships with various stakeholders in the government and Congress.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • U. S. Citizenship Required
  • You must submit to a preemployment drug test
  • Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
  • You may be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • DEA uses eVerify, an Internetbased system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
  • Current Federal employees cannot transfer unused Time Off Awards to DEA.

Qualifications:

You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience.

Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS13 Federal grade level performing the following
    :1) Reviewing and analyzing legislative proposals, Congressional letters and meeting requests related to controlled substances; 2) Analyzing and understanding congressional activities effecting agency programs, budgets and authorities to articulate orally or in writing in a succinct manner; 3) Providing extensive interpretation and insight to agency management regarding Congressional inquiries and activities.; and, 4) Interpreting program planning and evaluation of congressional policy, goals, and development.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education:

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.


Additional information:


Background Investigation:
To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, DEA requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy.

To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation (Critical-Sensitive/Top Secret, Special-Sensitive/Top Secret, or Non-critical Sensitive/Secret).

This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

DEA committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.


EEO POLICY STATEMENT

Current or Former Political Appointees:
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.

If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.


  • 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.

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