The Congressional Research Service, Congressional Programs and Communications Office is seeking two Public Affairs Specialists. This is a 6-month appointment with the possibility of an extension(s) not to exceed 10 months. This position will be filled at the GS-09 or GS-11 levels. The position description number for this position is 243768 (GS-09) or 243769 (GS-11). This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position.

Duties

Public Affairs Specialist takes lead responsibility for ensuring logistical and administrative support necessary to deliver programs, seminars, and events for Members, committees, and staff of the U.S. Congress. The position also assists the office head with major programs and services related to congressional client education and outreach. The Congressional Programs and Communications Office (CPC) in the Office of the Director (DIR) of the Congressional Research Service (CRS) coordinates a variety of programs, seminars, and events (including broadcast, Web-based, and other technologies) for Members, committees, and staff of the U.S. Congress. CPC Office activities include: 1) coordinating regularly-scheduled training programs in legislative processes and procedures; 2) supporting programs and seminars on the federal budget, federal law, and public policy issues; 3) coordinating policy programs for new Members of Congress and orientation to CRS services for permanent congressional staff and for congressional interns; 4) coordinating other events for the U.S. Congress and for CRS managers and staff; and 5) providing information to congressional clients about CRS programs, products, and services.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to Apply the Basic Principles, Concepts, and Methodologies of Events Planning. Ability to Perform Client Services and Outreach Activities. Ability to Present Information Orally. Ability to Interact Collaboratively with Others. Ability to Plan and Organize Ability to Solve Problems and Make Decisions

Contacts

• Address LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 101 Independence Ave. SE LM-107 Washington, District of Columbia 20540 United States
• Name: Customer Service Center
• Phone: 202-707-5627
• Email: [email protected]