USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Chief of Staff to the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $226K/yr
5+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Chief of Staff to support the Assistant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife, and Parks at the Department of the Interior. The role involves advising on sensitive policy matters, coordinating communications with government officials, and ensuring alignment on various programs and legislative initiatives.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee and facilitate the coordination of sensitive policy items between the Assistant Secretary and senior officials across the Department. Transmit and articulate the Assistant Secretary's policy perspectives on various programs, correspondence, proposed legislation, and related matters to ensure alignment and effective communication
Represent the Assistant Secretary in high-level Department meetings, ensuring accurate representation of the Assistant Secretary's perspectives while diligently reporting back on other viewpoints. Maintain accountability by ensuring that all commitments made by the Assistant Secretary during departmental meetings are fully executed and completed
Review and edit policy statements developed by programs under the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, the National Park Service, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to ensure alignment with the directives and viewpoints of the Assistant Secretary
Monitor and analyze legislative matters of interest to keep the Assistant Secretary informed of their status and progress. Leverage an understanding of the Assistant Secretary's policy viewpoints to conduct a thorough review of proposed legislation, identifying and highlighting sections that may conflict with established policy. Provide recommendations for policy alternatives to be incorporated as necessary
Provide advisory support on legislative and policy matters by analyzing relevant issues and writing reports on legislation of interest to the Assistant Secretary - Fish and Wildlife and Parks, while also attending and summarizing Congressional hearings
Conduct in-depth analyses of critical issues for the Assistant Secretary, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy while developing recommended courses of action within tight deadlines. Review and prepare congressional testimony to align with the Assistant Secretary's policies
Qualification
Required
Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance level for this position
Ability to pass pre or post-employment drug screens (if applicable based on clearance level)
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position
Participation in direct deposit is required
Public Financial Disclosure (OGE-278 filing within 30 days is required)
Males must meet Selective Service Registration Act requirements
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
To meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a two-page resume (max) that shows you possess the two Technical Qualifications (TQs)
TQ1. The ability to integrate Secretarial and Administration goals and priorities by leading strategic policy planning, budget alignment, and program execution, while facilitating interagency and stakeholder engagement to build consensus and advance national priorities in Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
TQ2. Demonstrated ability to lead execution of complex tasks by setting priorities, managing multiple assignments, ensuring timely and effective completion of work, fostering accountability, and contributing to the achievement of long-term organizational goals
Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken
Typically experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations
The applicant selected for this position will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Report, SF-278, and the supplemental form, Confidential Statement of Employment and Financial Interest, Dl-278
The sensitivity level of the position requires completion of a successful background investigation of the selectee
Prior to appointment, applicants tentatively selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959 you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law
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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