Environmental Policy Analyst opening - Congressional Research Service

The Environmental Policy Section in the Resources, Science and Industry Division (RSI) of the Congressional Research Service (CRS) is seeking an Analyst in Environmental Policy. The analyst will conduct analyses that inform congressional deliberations on environmental policy and science related to environmental remediation and mine reclamation policy. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the history, trends, and current status of environmental policy with an emphasis on environmental remediation and mine reclamation policy, as well as interrelationships with other key disciplines such as the physical or biological sciences, engineering, administrative law, public finance and financial assurance, and/or policy disciplines.

SALARY:  $66,510 to $86,460 per year

DUTIES:

• Prepares a variety of descriptive and background reports, memoranda, and written materials on subjects or public policy issues within the employee's area of professional knowledge to support congressional decision making.
• Participates in planning, organizing, and coordinating group research efforts.
• Through personal consultation, assists committees, Members, and staff with consideration of legislative issues by providing information and analysis, and applying professional subject-area knowledge.
• Participates in CRS seminars, workshops, and/or outreach programs for committees, Members, and staff.
• Locates and provides information requested by Members and committees of Congress or their staff.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.

• Knowledge of environmental policy**
• Ability to analyze public policy issues**
• Ability to write in a public policy context**
• Ability to convey analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations and other presentations
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ability to exercise objectivity in all phases of analysis and consultation
• Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing

Job Posting:  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/485612200