Legislative Affairs Specialist

Bring your professional career to Washington, D.C., the most dynamic and diverse city in the country. With its proximity to major museums, world class parks, entertainment and restaurants, increasing job opportunities and the seat of the federal government, the District of Columbia continues to be ranked the top 10 thriving city indicators where you can live work and play. Contribute to and work for a nationally accredited Health Department. The District of Columbia Department of Health (DOH) earned national accreditation by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) and is an early adopter in attaining the designation. Come see where your skills are appreciated and rewarded by applying for the following public health opportunity.

This position is located in the Office of Government Relations (OGR) within the Office of the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Director at DC Health. The mission of OGR is to promote health, wellness, equity and sound public health policy across the District of Columbia by acting as a liaison between DC Health and governmental personnel and officials and serving as a leading resource in the development of legislation and regulations affecting the residents, visitors and those doing business in the District of Columbia.

The incumbent serves as legislative affairs specialist with direct report to the supervisory legislative specialist (the Director of the Office of Government Relations, Director) and Chief of Staff on matters concerning legislation, and requests from the Council of the District of Columbia on legislative matters affecting DC Health.

The incumbent provides a broad range of legislative support. He or she assists with the coordination and analysis of the development of new legislation and tracking of District and Federal legislative proposals. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of a comprehensive data retrieving system and for tracking and updating relevant legislation pertaining to issues of significance to DC Health. The incumbent serves as a liaison, working across the six agency administrations to develop and coordinate responses to inquiries from government partners, proposed resolutions and legislation impacting DC Health. He or she assists the Director by maintaining a close liaison with communications staff to relate such information, ensuring preparation of public statements in a timely manner. The incumbent monitors legislation and resolutions of the Council of the District of Columbia that impact the mission of DC Health.

The incumbent provides a broad range of legislative support. He or she assists with the coordination and analysis of the development of new legislation and tracking of District and Federal legislative proposals. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of a comprehensive data retrieving system and for tracking and updating relevant legislation pertaining to issues of significance to DC Health. The incumbent serves as a liaison, working across the six agency administrations to develop and coordinate responses to inquiries from community advocates and government partners on proposed resolutions and legislation impacting DC Health. He or she works closely with the communications staff within the Office of Communications and Community Relations to relate such information, ensuring preparation of public statements in a timely manner. The incumbent monitors legislation and resolutions of the Council of the District of Columbia that impact the mission of DC Health.

Candidate must have at least one (1) year of the specialized experience must be equivalent to the CS-12 grade level in the District of Columbia government service. The incumbent must be skilled in the Microsoft office suite and have experience analyzing data.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Health Policy, or closely related field is preferred, plus five (5) years of specialized experience performing duties related to the position is highly preferred.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

None required

The work is performed in an adequately lighted climate-controlled office. May require occasional travel.

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday – 8:15 am – 4:45 pm

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

Duration of Appointment: Permanent

Pay Plan, Series, and Grade: CS-301-13

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not in the Collective Bargaining Unit

Position Designation: This position has been designated as Security Sensitive.

Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying security sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:

(a) Criminal background check.

(b) Traffic record check (as applicable).

(c) Consumer credit check (as applicable).

(d) Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and

(e) Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $87,703.00 - $113,002.00 per year