Public Policy and Comment Analysis Specialist (Hybrid role, Reston, VA)

Job Responsibilities

• Support federal agency efforts to transparently analyze public comments received on proposed agency rules and initiatives
• Provide advice to clients relating to the analysis, processing, and management of public feedback received on agency initiatives
• Participate in short- and long-term engagements to support federal clients whose responsibilities are to develop policies and craft regulations that implement a desired policy, explain the rationale of the rulemaking to interested parties, and implement the regulatory requirements
• Conduct detailed quality control reviews of draft deliverables prior to submittal to clients
• Aid agencies in drafting, editing, and formatting federal rulemaking documents
• Offer day-to-day technical direction to project staff
• Immerse oneself rapidly in varied projects for multiple clients
• Manage project/task teams and develop and monitor project budgets and schedules
• Aid in managing day-to-day client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and working to develop long-term client relationships
• Draft reports and presentations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field) with a minimum of 3 years of related work experience in a government agency, professional services firm, or related environment
• OR Master's degree (in Public Policy or a related field) or equivalent (e.g., JD, MPA) with a minimum of 2 years of related work experience in a government agency, professional services firm, or related environment
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience providing comment analysis support for federal agency rulemakings and initiatives
• U.S. Citizenship is required per federal contracts
• Ability to obtain and maintain a moderate-level government security clearance

Professional Skills

• 1+ years of experience working on comment analysis projects related to federal regulatory programs and issues
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, time management, and decision-making skills
• Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Strong attention to detail and collaborative approach
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience providing day to day oversight of individuals or teams