This position is part of the Office of the Inspector General, Department of Energy. As a Legislative Affairs Specialist, to support the mission of strengthening the integrity, economy, and efficiency of the Department's programs.
Key Responsibilities
As a Legislative Affairs Specialist, you will be responsible for a wide range of complex duties. Your major duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Serve as a senior legislative affairs specialist and primary point of contact for congressional committees, personal office staff, and congressional support agencies on DOE OIG oversight matters.
Plan and coordinate OIG responses to complex congressional inquiries, document requests, briefings, and requests for technical assistance. Monitor, analyze, and evaluate introduced legislation, committee reports, hearing records, and appropriations measures to determine impacts on OIG, DOE, and NNSA programs and resources.
Lead preparation for high-level congressional hearings, briefings, and transcribed interviews, including developing witness preparation materials, testimony, and anticipated questions and answers. Coordinate congressionally required statutory reports and official correspondence, ensuring compliance with legal authorities, disclosure restrictions, and OIG independence.
Requirements & Education
There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.
This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Q Access Authorization security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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