Senior Congressional Affairs Strategist

ECS; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Legislative Affairs Officer to operate at our Springfield, VA customer site. The role involves leading legislative engagement strategies, supporting officials and staff, and coordinating congressional responses and briefings.

Requirements include US citizenship, TS/SCI with CI Poly, and a strong background in legislative affairs. A bachelor’s degree is required, with a master’s preferred, and 10+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• US Citizen.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Poly.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or related field; a master’s is highly preferred; 15+ years of direct experience acceptable in lieu.
• Minimum 10 years managing complex communications initiatives and advising senior executives.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities with ability to weigh costs/benefits of actions.
• Highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and synthesize complex information for government deliverables.
• Knowledge of legislative process and experience with congressional staff.
• Ability to develop and execute sophisticated, multi-faceted communication plans.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on congressional activities, including hearings, legislation, and nominations of interest to NGA.
• Develop, review, and edit documentation for congressional audiences, including budget justifications and notifications.
• Coordinate responses to congressional inquiries and provide editorial/ substantive review of communications for constituents.
• Conduct research and synthesize information for congressional engagements and maintain records of interactions.
• Support training and preparation for engagements on Capitol Hill and with NGA components.
• Represent NGA in status updates and inquiries regarding the legislative process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

US Citizen

Active TS/SCI security clearance

Strong problem-solving

Interpersonal/communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master’s degree preferred

15+ years in legislative affairs

Job description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Legislative Affairs Officer to operate at our Springfield, VA customer site. The role involves leading legislative engagement strategies, supporting officials and staff, and coordinating congressional responses and briefings.

Requirements include US citizenship, TS/SCI with CI Poly, and a strong background in legislative affairs. A bachelor’s degree is required, with a master’s preferred, and 10+ years of relevant experience.