Congressional Analyst
Apply NowCompany: Bowhead Support Services
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Overview
Congressional Analyst:
Bowhead is seeking a Congressional Analyst for an upcoming effort located at the Navy Yard in Washington, DC. The Congressional Analyst will provide subject matter expertise for defense policy and appropriation matters, advising senior leaders on the status of legislation, topics of Member interest and areas of potential impact to Navy programs and policies. Congressional Analyst will identify, track, and document the areas of potential impact to Navy programs and policies
Responsibilities
Bowhead seeks to network with qualified individuals relative to a potential opportunity, which is contingent upon award and not currently funded. Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be accepted.
Qualifications
Target salary is $135,000/year to $150,000/year commensurate with experience
Physical Demands:
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
#LI-JS1
Congressional Analyst:
Bowhead is seeking a Congressional Analyst for an upcoming effort located at the Navy Yard in Washington, DC. The Congressional Analyst will provide subject matter expertise for defense policy and appropriation matters, advising senior leaders on the status of legislation, topics of Member interest and areas of potential impact to Navy programs and policies. Congressional Analyst will identify, track, and document the areas of potential impact to Navy programs and policies
Responsibilities
- Provide continuous research and assessment of congressional actions, reports, and sensitive issues to identify areas of significant interest and develop courses of action to address them effectively.
- Support the development and implementation of a proactive congressional engagement strategy across NAVSEA priority areas.
Bowhead seeks to network with qualified individuals relative to a potential opportunity, which is contingent upon award and not currently funded. Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be accepted.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science.
- Minimum four (4) years of experience analyzing and writing on federal congressional actions.
- Five (4) years of experience in defense acquisition.
- Strong understanding of the enactment process for defense authorization and appropriation legislation.
- Working knowledge of the Navy's PPBE process.
- Experience in reviewing and analyzing defense legislation for potential impacts to Navy programs and initiatives.
- Experience in producing written documents for senior officials including briefing materials, legislative summaries, background papers and correspondence.
- Experience with Department of Defense programs, especially Navy and NAVSEA.
Target salary is $135,000/year to $150,000/year commensurate with experience
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
#LI-JS1