Congressional Analyst

VT Group (VTG); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a Mid-level Congressional/Program Analyst based in Washington, DC, to support the Navy. Responsibilities include responding to leadership requests, providing analytical support, and writing communication products for various audiences. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in English or Communications, at least four years of relevant experience, and an active DoD Secret Clearance. This full-time position offers a salary range of $70,000 - $100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• At least four (4) years of experience in a related role.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Experience with Navy communication styles.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests from NAVSEA leadership with quality communication products.
• Support NAVSEA communication strategies by assessing data and metrics.
• Lead initiatives to improve NAVSEA processes and resource management.
• Provide analytical support for strategy planning and communication.
• Write for a range of audiences including Congress and DOD.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytic skills

Customer service orientation

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency in Word

Proficiency in Access

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in English or Communications

Job description

VTG is seeking a Mid-level Congressional/Program Analyst to support our Navy customer located at the Washington DC, Navy Yard.

The position is expected to be onsite 5 days a week. Due to available seating, a hybrid or alternate worksite could change the requirement of 5 days a week at the primary customer site. The role provides dedicated, timely professional support services to the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Director, Office of Corporate Communication Team, including continuous research and assessment of congressional actions, reports, and sensitive issues to identify areas of significant interest and develop courses of action to address them effectively.

Responsibilities

• Proactively and reactively respond to short- and long‑term requests from NAVSEA leadership, coordinating with stakeholders to deliver quality, on‑time communication products, including speeches, metrics, SOPs, point papers, articles, communication plans, and analysis.


• Provide support in NAVSEA communication strategies and initiatives to assess data and metrics, making recommendations on gathering, filing, controlling, and maintaining data for rapid use.


• Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives to define and assess NAVSEA processes, data and metrics, and resources associated with improving and optimizing planning, execution, and oversight. Scope includes developing and implementing strategic initiatives focused on improved business practices, improved data utilization, work package definition, and planning, messaging and tasker responses, and program execution processes.


• Exhibit strong analytic and strategic thinking skills as a basis for strategic planning and knowledge management.


• Provide analytical support to include Flag level strategy planning, communication approaches, brief development, knowledge management, and process improvement.


• Author feature and straight news writing products and provide editorial support to a wide range of audiences including Members of Congress, Department of Defense (DOD), industry stakeholders, and the general public. Products include reports, fact sheets, press releases, website or social media, and brochures. Consult with appropriate subject matter experts to ensure accurate information.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or Communications, or related field.


• At least four (4) years of experience.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively with senior military and civilian leadership (i.e., Flag level and SES Level).


• Experience with current Navy communication styles and writing for the Department of Defense.


• Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access proficiency.


• Proactive and excellent customer service orientation with management experience.


• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance and sustain one.

Preferred Skills

• NAVSEA/NAVY Legislative, Congressional, Public Affairs and speech writing experience.


• Some travel required (up to 10%).


• SharePoint knowledge management experience is a plus.


• This position is contingent upon contract award.

Pay Range: $70,000 – $100,000 annually (geographic guideline). Offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, market considerations, and contractual requirements.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior Level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Business Development and Sales; Defense and Space Manufacturing

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