Summary This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office of Communications (OCOM), Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs Division (CA/IA) Washington D.C. The mission of the OCOM is to handle OJP's congressional, legislative, and media-related activities to ensure effective communications with Congress, the news media, stakeholders and the public. Responsibilities Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders, in order to stay up to date on current activities of interest and potential impact to OJP. Looks for outreach and cooperation opportunities with new stakeholders. Provides outreach to, and serve as a resource for stakeholder organizations, federal, state, tribal and local governments, Members of Congress, congressional committees and staff, for the purpose of fostering an understanding of OJP programs, policies, rules, and decisions. Monitors, develops, and contributes to intergovernmental and Congressional affairs activities and plans supporting many agency program priorities. Serves on intra-agency project teams to troubleshoot problem areas, devise solutions, and assist with implementation of updated procedures related to congressional and/or intergovernmental affairs. Monitors and advises on the activities of Congress and Congressional committees regarding legislation, hearings, and/or activities. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For GS-11: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: Assists in the communication of mission needs, resources and accomplishments using the knowledge of intergovernmental and congressional liaison principles, methods, practices, and techniques. Assists in pinpointing challenges and/or remedies for issues affecting an organization's communication endeavors. Participates in sharing agency's achievements, resources, and policies with state, local, and tribal government stakeholders using the knowledge of intergovernmental relations and communication strategies. For GS-11: Substitution of Education for Experience: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M. if related. For GS-11: Combination of Education and Experience: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements. For GS-12: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: Communicates mission needs, resources and accomplishments using the knowledge of intergovernmental and congressional liaison principles, methods, practices, and techniques. Shares agency's achievements, resources, and policies with state, local, and tribal government stakeholders using the knowledge of intergovernmental relations and communication strategies. Identifies problems and solutions to Congressional and intergovernmental issues impacting an agency's communications efforts. Technical Qualifications: Applicants who meet the basic entry and minimum qualification requirements, as described above, will be further evaluated on the following technical qualifications: Knowledge of the executive/legislative decision-making process Ability to represent top management to a variety of groups Written Communication Oral Communication Ability to provide intergovernmental and/or congressional affairs program analysis, advice, and assistance Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy. OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules. Recruitment incentives may not be authorized. This position included in the bargaining unit. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Please do not indicate current or former position salary in your application or resume. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. This position has a duty station of Washington, D.C. The selectee will be required to physically report to the OJP office building at least four (4) days per bi-weekly pay period and may incorporate leave and official travel plans into this reporting requirement. The office director or supervisor may request the selectee's presence in the office more frequently, as determined by the needs of the office. The selectee will be responsible for covering all commuting-related travel expenses. OJP employees are eligible for one transportation benefit - parking or the Department of Justice (DOJ) transit subsidy.