ANSER Corporation

Legislative Analyst

ANSER Corporation$99K — $144K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, or related field; Master's degree equals 3 years of experience
  • Over 8 years of experience in legislative analysis or congressional affairs
  • Experience in preparing testimony and developing Congressional reporting responses

Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze Congressional language and budget marks relevant to Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP)
  • Support the coordination of ODASW(CBRND) responses to Congressional requests
  • Research and prepare Congressional testimony and record questions
  • Develop responses and reports for all ODASW(CBRND) Congressional reporting requirements
  • Coordinate meetings for CBDP Congressional staffer days, including agendas and minutes
  • Draft CBDP overview briefings for Congressional presentations
  • Assist with OIG and GAO actions related to Congress
  • Provide annual summaries of authorization and appropriation actions post-budget cycle
  • Support strategic communications including speechwriting for Congressional engagements
  • Prepare a Congressional newsletter for ODASW(CBRND)

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with 3-4 days onsite and 1-2 days remote.
  • Comprehensive health, financial, and wellness benefits.
  • Support for employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:Analytic Services, Inc. (ANSER) is hiring for a Legislative Analyst to work in support of the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (ODASW(CBRND)). In this key role, you will provide technical reviews, analysis, and support of all chemical and biological defense Congressional-related actions.

This position can support a hybrid work schedule with 3-4 days onsite at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA and 1-2 days remote.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
  • Review current Congressional language and budget marks and provide analysis and reports on items of relevance to the Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) mission area.
  • Provide technical support in the development and coordination of ODASW(CBRND) responses to Congressional requests for information.
  • Research and prepare ODASW(CBRND) Congressional testimony and questions for the record.
  • Develop and coordinate responses, reports, etc. for all ODASW(CBRND) Congressional reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate agendas, invitations, minutes, and action item tracking for the CBDP Congressional staffer days.
  • Draft CBDP overview briefings for client presentation to Congressional staff members.
  • Assist with Congressional DoW Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and General Accountability Office (GAO) actions.
  • Provide an annual report summarizing authorization and appropriation actions and trends after the fiscal year Congressional budget cycle is complete and a final appropriations bill is published.
  • Support strategic communications including speechwriting for all Congressional engagements.
  • Prepare and distribute a Congressional newsletter for the ODASW(CBRND).

Required Qualifications:
  • Possess an active Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, or other related field. A Master's degree is equivalent to 3 years of experience.
  • 8+ years of work experience within legislative analysis and / or congressional affairs.
  • Experience preparing testimony and developing responses to Congressional reporting requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Possess an active Top Secret or TS/SCI security clearance.
  • 2+ years of Office of the Secretary of War (OSW)-level experience.
  • DoW and/or chem/bio defense programs strategic communications background related to Congressional engagements.
  • Recent experience with the DoW Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS).


Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to: business considerations, local market, internal equity, candidate qualifications such as skills, education and experience. ANSER provides employees benefits to support all aspects of their life including health, financial and well-being. For more information, please visit: http://www.anser.org

Full-Time Salary Range for this position:

$99,300-$144,100 USD

About ANSER Corporation

ANSER Corporation is a non-profit research and development organization that provides analytical and technical support to the U.S. government. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. ANSER's services include systems engineering, strategic planning, and program management. The company works with a variety of government agencies, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Energy. ANSER is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and has a strong focus on research and development. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including recognition for its contributions to national security.
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