Legislative Analyst
Overview
Softtek Government Solutions is seeking a Legislative Analyst to support the Office of Human Services Emergency Preparedness and Response (OHSEPR), under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF). The selected candidate shall perform services related to legislation development and engagement activities, including:
Responsibilities
- Review, analyze and track legislation of ACF, OHSEPR interest; prepare position papers; track Congressional bills, acts, legislation, committee hearings, and other activities with emphasis on annual HHS ACF appropriations and authorization bills; provide OHSEPR with periodic updates and reports regarding the status and impacts of pending ACF legislation.
- Follow and examine legislation initiatives that affect ACF programs and provide detailed analysis regarding potential impact on DHSCM, and Repatriation services and activities.
- Perform detailed research and statistical analysis; compile and organize data, prepare reports, and present findings and recommendations.
- Assist in the development and preparation of agenda items for OHSEPR's leadership legislative positions and actions as well as preparing talking points for Supervisors and their staff members.
- Maintain and support a culture of customer service excellence.
- Support OHSEPR on special projects as necessary.
- Collaborate closely with various ACF, OHSEPR Federal, state, and local government legislative and policy stakeholders, internal and external to the agency.
Requirements
Required education
- A bachelor's degree in political science, Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or related field.
Required Experience
- 6+ years of professional experience or a master's degree and a minimum of 4+ years professional experience as a legislative analyst.
- Relevant experience must be in emerging government activities, budget processes and developing, writing, and editing written communications.
- Strong research and project management capabilities.
- Demonstrates professional judgment and editorial skills.
- Experience in the translation of complex information into engaging and succinct content targeted toward specific audiences.
- Demonstrates skill in communicating complex, technical or policy issues to diverse, non-technical audiences.
- Have useful programming and analytical skills for accurate database management.
- Proficiency in multimedia platforms with desire to learn new technologies and platforms.
- Capacity to set priorities and meet deadlines, and ability to multi-task.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in internet research with solid understanding of macro-economic and business environment.
About Softtek Government Solutions
Softtek Government Solutions is a professional services firm focused on addressing our nation's most complex threats and challenges. As a small business we're committed to supporting our clients' missions with services delivered by our diverse and experienced staff. With expertise in cybersecurity, emergency preparedness, and public health, our experience base spans federal, state, and local governments, as well as private sector entities.
Softtek Government Solutions encourages collaborative communication and ongoing learning. Some of our benefits include:
- Extensive training programs
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Education reimbursement
- Technology benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Generous paid time off and much more!
Softtek Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
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