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Summary Office of Congressional Affairs, Arlington, VA. The selectee of this position serves as a Deputy of Congressional Affairs. You will be responsible for for assisting with the planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing the Congressional and legislative programs of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) and maintaining liaison with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Legislative Affairs and other federal government agencies. Responsibilities As a Deputy of Congressional Affairs at the GS-0301-14 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Assists in the planning and implementation of programs and activities that are aimed at developing a greater awareness by the Congress, and their constituencies, of the mission, goals and programs of the Marshals Service and its associated law enforcement activities. Analyzes and evaluates mission requirements and assesses the impact of proposed legislation on ongoing and proposed programs. Develops and transmits informational materials to representatives and their staff to enhance understanding of USMS programs, responsibilities and prerogatives and to gain support for law enforcement initiatives. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening. This position is a Testing Designated Position and is subject to random drug testing. May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period. May be required to successfully complete a supervisory probationary period. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Verify Registration here. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance. Qualifications GS-14 TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted). You may qualify at the GS-0301-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes one year of full-time specialized experience at or equivalent to the grade GS-13 in the Federal Service performing duties which include the following: 1) Planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing Congressional and legislative programs; 2) Providing authoritative and substantive guidance on legislative issues; 3) Recommending strategies for Congressional interaction to management based on knowledge of the interests of the appropriate legislative audience; 4) Acting as liaison to management and/or government organizations concerning requests from Congress and legislation. 5) Direct experience working in the legislative branch for a Member of Congress or a congressional Committee. Subject Matter Expert - Qualification Assessment (SME-QA) Note: Subject matter experts will evaluate work experience listed in your resume based on the Specialized Experience Statements. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. 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. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee\_guides/career\_transition.asp Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Applications will not be accepted if submitted using Government franked envelopes. Recruitment incentive may be authorized. Relocation incentive may be authorized.