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Job Title: Senior Congressional Relations Officer
Agency: Office Of Personnel Management
Job Announcement Number: 11-225-LEK
SALARY RANGE: $105,211.00 - $136,771.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, February 17, 2011 to Wednesday, March 02, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-14
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is located in Congressional & Legislative Affairs (CLA). The incumbent is responsible for serving as a congressional liaison and legislative expert in the areas within OPM's authorized jurisdiction.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. Citizen
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
You must be available to work weekends as necessary.
You will be required to carry a BlackBerry.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Serve as legislative point of contact for congressional offices and liaison with OPM's program offices, including Health and Insurance Programs, to ensure compliance with congressional requests;
Keep abreast of congressional action and Presidential policies through daily contacts with agency personnel, OMB and congressional staff;
Track policy and legislative initiatives within issue area and draft relevant materials, including policy and strategic analysis, for use by senior policy officials;
Prepare OPM and Administration position statements and letters, including any recommendations, in a clear, concise, and timely manner on legislation or other policy initiatives for communication to congressional leaders, senior OPM officials, and OMB;
Identify and coordinate appropriate OPM staff to secure timely answers to congressional inquiries and develop proactive briefings on OPM priority initiatives;
Coordinate with congressional staff and OPM staff to prepare for hearings and mark-ups for the Director, Deputy Director, CLA, and other agency officials;
Conduct research and analysis on key government issues and expressed interests of Congress.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service drafting, analyzing or advising on legislation and/or congressional oversight related to Federal workforce policy issues including pay and leave, staffing, healthcare coverage, and retirement and insurance benefits. Successful accomplishment of your work must have required you to apply relevant knowledge of the operations and key functions of the congressional committees of jurisdiction related to Federal civilian workforce issues. Experience must also include working on or interfacing with Congressional committees to work toward achieving legislative results.
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Princeton University is seeking an Associate Director, Government Affairs for their Public Affairs Department. Please see below for the job description. Additional information regarding this position can also be found at http://jobs.princeton.edu.
Information:
Requisition Number
0110061
Job Title
Associate Director, Government Affairs
Department
Public Affairs - 810
Position Summary
Princeton University's Office of Government Affairs seeks an Associate Director to monitor and analyze federal legislation of interest to Princeton University, with particular attention to issues concerning fusion energy sciences and the Department of Energy's Office of Science. Additional areas of responsibility may include funding related to other science agencies (such as the National Science Foundation), immigration, intellectual property, and aspects of higher education policy. The Associate Director will interact extensively with members of Congress, their staff and federal agencies; develop and implement effective strategies to represent the University's interests; and work in close collaboration with educational associations and other research organizations. The position is located in Washington, DC. Travel to Princeton, NJ will be necessary.
Essential Qualifications
Position requires significant knowledge of Congressional and federal agency policies and procedures and experience with the appropriations process. Experience with federal energy issues and university and national research laboratory
organizations is highly desirable. Congressional or agency experience preferred.
Candidates should have initiative, the ability to work well under pressure and exercise independent judgment, strong oral and written communication and presentation skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree is required and an advanced degree is preferred.
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National Field Director - Public Interest Network
(http://www.publicinterestnetwork.org)
The Public Interest Network is seeking a National Field Director. The National Field Director is a new position for the network. We are looking for senior level candidates with strong field organizing experience.
Background
The Public Interest Network founded more than a dozen civic organizations including: U.S. PIRG, the Federation of State Public Interest Research Groups (PIRGs); Environment America and its state affiliates; Center for Public Interest Research; Environmental Action; the Student Empowerment Training Project; Toxics Action Center; Pesticide Watch; Green Century Capital Management; Green Corps; National Environmental Law Center; and Frontier Group.
The Public Interest Network evolved from collaborations among the state PIRGs, which began actively sharing ideas and combining efforts in the early 1980s. One of the earliest and most lasting results of these collaborations was the launch of our shared canvass model, and we have continued to take advantage of our shared resources and coordination to build and refine one of the nation’s most robust field operations, with grassroots and grass-tops political power in all 50 states. Now, as in our early days, each member organization within the Public Interest Network works on its own agenda according to its own strategy with its own base of support. Member groups share a model for organizational success that emphasizes goal-setting, accountability and sustainable expansion. We work together to identify, recruit and train the next generation of leadership for the public interest movement, and when new opportunities or challenges arise, we meet them together, sharing resources, ideas and technical expertise.
Top priorities for the position
· Advance best practices throughout our organizations, including development and deployment of new technologies (e.g. the VAN, IPads, IPods, etc.), as well as development and improvement of field work models.
· Develop and oversee a plan to build field depth and breadth in all 50 states for Public Interest Network organizations – with the focus on building strong state campaigns and organizations.
Job responsibilities include
· Advancing best practices and developing field work models
o Catalog all of the Public Interest Network’s models of field work. These models include but are not limited to: canvassing, grass-tops field organizing, grassroots field organizing, voter registration, voter contact, student organizing, electoral organizing, and all other forms of citizen outreach that generate field campaign product.
o Evaluate and update Public Interest Network field models each year, using cost/benefit analysis and developing other tools to assess the programs in terms of management, product, and expense.
o Identify and evaluate new tools and methods for field organizing.
o Track developments in field work from other organizations and campaigns. Aggressively test promising ideas and find ways to implement them in Public Interest Network models.
o Develop new and better models for self-sufficient field campaigns.
o Train staff within the network on best field practices.
· Building field power in all 50 states
o Develop short and long range plans for building field power for Public Interest Network organizations in all 50 states.
o Facilitate coordinated field efforts of the network organizations through conference calls, emails, sharing of strategies.
o Represent the Public Interest Network for coordinating field efforts with other organizations and seeking out opportunities for collaboration.
o Maintain the organizations’ legislative and electoral field target chart.
· Fundraising from foundations, donors, and coalition partners to support existing and new field work to help us reach these goals.
Job Qualifications
Candidates should possess a track record of success managing staff and implementing field campaigns; excellent strategic thinking skills; and a strong commitment to progressive issues and grassroots organizing.
The position offers entrepreneurial challenges with considerable opportunities for professional growth and to contribute meaningfully to building the progressive movement. The successful candidate will bring the following skills and attributes to the position:
Ø Strong management skills and experience;
Ø Keen sense of political strategy and ability to quickly adapt to a changing political environment;
Ø Goal-orientation and willingness to hold self and others accountable;
Ø Willingness to travel for site visits and desire to engage in front-line evaluating;
Ø Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including attention to detail;
Ø Experience with mass-based, field driven campaigns;
Ø Experience with voter persuasion, early-vote and get-out-the-vote drives;
Ø Ability to work quickly and cooperatively under pressure;
Ø Energetic outlook and commitment to the network’s progressive mission and grassroots approach to change;
Ø A team orientation that combines collegiality and creativity to drive and motivate others.
Candidates for this position should have five or more years of relevant professional experience, including political campaign experience in support of a candidate or initiative campaign. Advanced degrees, including a JD or masters in related fields, may count toward a candidate’s professional experience. A two-year commitment is required.
Salary and Benefits
Salary for this position is commensurate with the successful candidate’s relevant professional experience. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health care coverage, educational loan assistance, retirement plan, dependent care assistance program, paid vacation and sick days, and parental leave. Opportunities for advancement, travel, and additional training are available.
Location
Boston, MA, Washington DC, Denver, CO, or Los Angeles, CA
Application
Send cover letter, resume, and salary requirement to Hiring Director Jeff Sprague at careers@publicinterestnetwork.org. Please specify which position you are applying for in the subject line of the e-mail, and be sure to mention where you saw our job advertised.
The Public Interest Network is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
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National School Boards Association
Legislative Coordinator
National School Boards Association seeks highly motivated individual to support lobbying staff representing the interests of local school boards on Capitol Hill and with the Administration. Candidate must be able to handle multiple tasks with short deadlines successfully. Responsibilities encompass a broad range of administrative and technical duties including editing and distributing correspondence; updating website; coordinating forums, briefings and key meetings with stakeholders, congressional members and their staff; conducting internet and database research; developing PowerPoint presentations; tracking key legislation impacting public education; and assisting with planning and preparation for national conference. Minimum qualifications: bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, public policy or related field preferred; three years of administrative experience. Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Qualified candidates should send resume, cover letter & salary requirements to NSBA, Attn: HR/LC/11, 1680 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-3493. Resumes and cover letters may also be faxed to (703) 837-9151 or e-mailed to jobs@nsba.org.
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Job Description: Campaign Director
Location: Anywhere (virtual office)
Organizational Overview: With 5 million members, MoveOn.org Political Action is uniquely situated to organize for real progressive change. In the last few years we've racked up some significant victories, but there are many more to come. So we'll be launching several major campaigns in 2011 around issues like fighting for progressive solutions on the economy, ending corporate influence in Washington, creating a clean energy future, and more. And we'll be innovating on how we do our work, striking out into uncharted territory with new organizing models, technologies, experiments, and partnerships. We're hiring a new Campaign Director to help make it all happen.
Position Overview: As a Campaign Director, you will be responsible for one or more of our big national campaigns. This includes coordinating with allies in the progressive community, designing the strategy and tactics, and then implementing all aspects of the campaign – from shaking hands with Senators to testing subject lines. You will be adept and creative at organizing and mobilizing folks to make a difference. You'll need to be able to turn on a dime, so when there's a new idea on Monday afternoon, you can test, evaluate and implement it Tuesday before noon. Perhaps most importantly, you'll need a track record of starting or running big, bold things – things that prove you've got the entrepreneurial spirit to help take MoveOn to the next level.
REQUIREMENTS: To set our Campaign Director up for success, we have identified three critical skill-sets necessary to excel in this role – roughly grouped into Communications, Technology and Scalable Organizing skills. Strong candidates will be skilled in all three areas. But we also encourage candidates to apply who don't have deep expertise in all three areas, but have exceptional skills in one or two areas, and the hunger and aptitude to learn the other areas quickly.
Communications
· Powerful writer for popular audiences, especially short and grabby email actions
· Knows what campaigns will attract press coverage, and can make sure they do
· Able to quickly synthesize information about new topics
· Thrives on the constant adrenaline of the 24-hour news cycle
Technology
· Adept at figuring out creative ways of leveraging technology to make good things happen
· Skilled at testing new uses of technology, and knows how to measure what's working
· Has managed tech projects, including scoping and spec'ing out web tools
· Proficient in Word, Gmail, and advanced Excel
· Experienced with HTML, and ideally with CSS, SQL, Perl or similar technologies
Scalable Organizing
· Constantly thinking of creative new ways to mobilize members and have an impact
· Understands and connects with grassroots activists and trusts members to do good, creative work
· Can integrate online communications and organizing with offline organizing
· Skilled at combining various tactics and managing the tempo of a campaign to keep the momentum building
· Social media organizing experience is strongly preferred
· Experience directing advocacy campaigns is preferred
· Ability to manage staff and large numbers of volunteers
Work Environment
· Likes teamwork, but can work independently day-to-day
· Can plan and manage complex projects under relentless deadlines
· Is low-ego and high-output (like the rest of our team)
· Can change directions quickly and frequently. “Build it, test it, iterate quickly."
· Likes working hard with a hard-working team
· Thrives in a virtual office: communicates well on conference calls, IM and email
To Apply: Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity, both in Word format, to Tate Hausman at http://jobs.cgcareers.org/application.aspx?id=1747 with the subject line "Campaign Director." Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
MoveOn.org Political Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Commongood Careers: MoveOn.org Political Action has partnered with Commongood Careers to conduct the search for a Campaign Director. Commongood Careers (www.cgcareers.org/) is a nonprofit search service that connects talented individuals to organizations that are dedicated to creating positive social change. Founded and staffed by nonprofit professionals, Commongood Careers offers personalized, engaged services to jobseekers and organizations throughout the hiring process, as well as access to a wealth of knowledge about nonprofit careers.
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Small Georgetown law firm seeks a full-time administrative assistant/file clerk. The candidate must be proficient in MS Office, possess strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented and courteous.
Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
*Copying/faxing/incoming and outgoing mail/courier/shipping
*Back-up phone coverage
*Typing and reviewing documents using MS Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint
*File Management – written and digital
*Archiving records
*General office maintenance
*Ordering office supplies
*Updating calendar
*Managing legal library
*Processing book orders
We offer excellent benefits, including dental and medical insurance, profit-sharing plan, and paid time off.
To be considered for this position, you must send a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: fileclerk.lawfirm@gmail.com
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A newly launched progressive media effort has an immediate opening for an
Executive Assistant who will also manage the operations for the
organization. This organization will be a major player in the 2012
elections, and is looking for a talented, organized individual to join the
core team. Applicant should have at least 3 to 5 years experience in
scheduling and office management. Applicant should be a self-starter who
can work comfortably in a fast-paced environment. The position requires
someone with strong inter-personal skills for interaction with high-profile
executives and an ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Strong computer
skills and a good working knowledge of Excel also required. Salary is
commensurate with experience. E-mail resumes to thompson.a.n@gmail.com and
include Executive Assistant in the subject line.
INTERNSHIPS:
The office of Congressman Jim McDermott (WA-7) is seeking an unpaid interns for the Spring and Summer semesters. If you are looking for the great learning experience you need for your first job on or off the Hill, this internship is for you. This internship will give you firsthand experience in understanding how an extremely busy Congressional office works, seeing how an idea gets turned into legislation, and interacting with the Member and his constituents. Duties will include, but are not limited to, helping the front office staff, communicating with constituents, attending briefings, and providing assistance to the legislative and communications staff. Applicants must have excellent writing and communications skills. Interested applicants should email their résumé to hlleajob@gmail.com.
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Progressive Congress News, a news aggregation service of ProgressiveCongress.org is seeking 2 political interns to assist with management of social media, blog writing, and fundraising. Individuals should possess the following skills:
* Strong working knowledge of social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook along with basic social media strategy
* Interest in and understanding of policy and ability to identify policy news useful for legislative staffers
* Outstanding written and oral communication skills
* Ability to work independently, strong organizational skills are a plus
This internship is unpaid and only requires 10-15 hours a week. Schedule is flexible.
Interested candidates should email their resume to news@progressivecongress.org with PCN Intern in the subject line.
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Council Member Hans Riemer, representing Montgomery County At-Large, has openings for Policy Interns. Interns will research issues affecting Montgomery County, draft correspondence, prepare memos, assist with web communications, and attend Council Sessions and Committee Meetings. This is a great opportunity for a learning enthusiast to present progressive ideas while working with Policy Analysts and directly with the Council Member.
Selected Policy Interns will be working in the Council Office Building located in downtown Rockville, within walking distance of the Rockville Metro Station. Internships are offered on both a full and part-time basis. Selection is based on an applicant's educational background, work experience, interview, and writing sample. The ideal candidate will be a college student or recent graduate who is motivated, detail orientated, and possesses strong organizational, communication and writing skills, a positive attitude, and will have the ability to manage multiple tasks on a deadline. Montgomery County ties, creativity, and an eagerness to learn about local politics are strongly preferred.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample to Councilmember.Riemer@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov with “Policy Intern Application” in the subject line.
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*Communications Intern*
The National Jewish Democratic Council (NJDC) -- the national voice for
Jewish Democrats -- is seeking Communications Interns for the summer to work
in our Washington, DC office. NJDC offers a fast-paced office environment
and the chance to work and learn at the intersection of the American Jewish
community and the Democratic Party. Students who complete our internships
will gain experience in political advocacy, nonprofit operation, and working
at a campaign-style tempo.
One of the luxuries of our internships is that interns do not spend the bulk
of their time making copies, answering the phones, and running errands.
Instead, our interns play an active role in our daily operations and are a
major asset to our staff.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer financial assistance or compensation
to our interns. We can, however, provide advice on how to make summer living
in Washington, DC affordable.
Basic Responsibilities Include:
- Assisting the Communications Department with press releases, op-eds,
and fact sheets**
- Blogging for NJDC’s blog**
- Increasing NJDC’s presence on social media networks including Facebook
and Twitter**
- Building and maintaining press lists**
Other projects will be assigned at the discretion of NJDC staff.
Qualifications:
- Strong writing and research skills
- A keen eye for detail
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Interest in learning basic web publishing techniques
- Passion for American politics
- Commitment to the melding of Jewish values and progressive policies
- Knowledge of the American Jewish community
- Reader of a variety of news sources
Other Helpful Skills:
- Previous writing experience (especially for online and print
publications)
- Familiarity with Twitter and Facebook
- Experience with video editing software
- Knowledge of Lexis-Nexis and ability to use a library
To apply for the position, please send your resume, cover letter, and two
brief writing samples as a single PDF file to
internship@njdc.org
Please title the email “Communications Internship” and label the file “Your
Name Application Materials.” Incomplete applications will not be considered.
No calls, drop-offs, or follow-up. Only those selected for an interview will
be contacted. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note
if you are available full or part time.
Questions can be directed to David Streeter at davidstreeter@njdc.org or
(202) 216-9060.
NJDC staff will work with students to ensure that they receive credit from
their universities, if they are seeking credit.
For more information about the organization, please visit www.njdc.org.
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National Jewish Democratic Council www.njdc.org
Topic: Political Fundraising and Development Internship Washington, DC
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*Political Fundraising and Development Intern*
The National Jewish Democratic Council (NJDC) -- the national voice for
Jewish Democrats -- is seeking Political Fundraising and Development Interns
for the spring and summer to work in our Washington, DC office. NJDC offers
a fast-paced office environment and the chance to work and learn at the
intersection of the American Jewish community and the Democratic Party.
Students who complete our internships will gain experience in political
advocacy, nonprofit operation, and working at a campaign-style tempo.
One of the luxuries of our internships is that interns do not spend the bulk
of their time making copies, answering the phones, and running errands.
Instead, our interns play an active role in our daily operations and are a
major asset to our staff.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer financial assistance or compensation
to our interns. We can, however, provide advice on how to make summer living
in Washington, DC affordable.
Basic Responsibilities Include:
- Assisting the Development Department with day to day fundraising
activities**
- Event preparation including mailings, phone calls and on-site event
support**
- Research**
- Database updates**
Other projects will be assigned at the discretion of NJDC staff.
Qualifications:
- A keen eye for detail
- Good people skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Interest in learning fundraising and event planning
- Passion for American politics
- Commitment to the melding of Jewish values and progressive policies
- Knowledge of the American Jewish community
Other Helpful Skills:
- Previous experience with fundraising or planning events
- Friendly demeanor on the phone
- Previous experience with NGP Database
- Previous experience with donor research
To apply for the position, please send your resume, cover letter as a single
PDF file to internship@njdc.org
email “Development Internship” and label the file “Your Name Application
Materials.” Incomplete applications will not be considered. No calls,
drop-offs, or follow-up. Only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note if
you are available full or part time.
Questions can be directed to David Streeter at davidstreeter@njdc.org or
(202) 216-9060.
NJDC staff will work with students to ensure that they receive credit from
their universities, if they are seeking credit.
For more information about the organization, please visit www.njdc.org.
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National Jewish Democratic Council www.njdc.org
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