Legislative Analyst

• Advises the Director Legislative Affairs Staff and other appropriate IHS officials on questions issues and developments pertaining to legislative and congressional matters.
• Provides professional and administrative guidance to IHS staff in carrying out legislative assignments and coordinates work products needed for Legislative Affairs activities.
• Maintains awareness of significant legislation and congressional activity affecting IHS and keeps Legislative Affairs leadership informed of status deadlines emerging issues and required Agency
  actions.
• Coordinates with IHS Headquarters offices Area Offices program officials subject matter experts HHS components and other appropriate partners to obtain information and resolve issues necessary for legislative products and responses.
• Develops schedules work plans tracking mechanisms and coordination processes to support timely completion of legislative and congressional assignments.
• Identifies matters requiring elevated review clearance or policy decision and recommends appropriate action to Legislative Affairs leadership.
• Reviews analyzes and interprets legislative and Executive Branch documents.
• Evaluates proposed legislative for foreseeable effects on Agency programs policies procedures regulations statutory authorities funding and operations based on program input and knowledge of IHS programs and related law.
• Researches and analyzes proposed and pending authorization and appropriations legislation and develops written analyses recommendations briefing materials and draft Agency comments.
• Assist in developing legislative initiatives bill reports technical comments testimony and related materials and coordinates required Agency and Departmental review and clearance.
• Assist with preparation and coordination of legislative implementation plans.
• Provides technical assistance when authorized to congressional committees and staff regarding IHS authorities programs proposed legislation and hearing preparation.
• Maintains legislative records tracking information analytical files and other materials necessary to support continuity of Legislative Affairs operations.
• Serves as an Agency liaison on assigned congressional and legislative matters and coordinates activities with congressional offices and committees.
• Confers with senior officials and staff of HHS components other Federal agencies and Tribal state and local governments on complex legislative matters affecting Indian health programs.
• Coordinates preparation for congressional hearings briefings meetings and other engagements involving the IHS Director or other IHS officials.
• Tracks congressional inquiries and legislative requests and coordinates timely accurate responses with appropriate program and subject matter experts.
• Participates in conferences interagency meetings workgroups and task forces involving changes in legislation or related policy and represents Legislative Affairs within the scope of delegated authority.
• Identifies emerging congressional issues and recommends coordination strategies response options or additional analysis to Legislative Affairs leadership.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.

This position is ineligible for the Bargaining Unit.

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Background Investigation Requirement:

This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:

This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

GS-12 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Examples include: Experience performing legislative or policy analysis for government programs. Experience researching reviewing and analyzing proposed or pending legislation and legislative or Executive Branch documents to identify potential impacts on agency programs policies procedures or operations; assisting in preparing legislative materials such as bill reports testimony legislative proposals implementation plans or written comments; and tracking legislative actions including appropriations-related matters. Experience providing advice or technical assistance on legislative matters and coordinating with program officials congressional staff federal agencies tribal organizations or other governmental stakeholders on legislative or policy issues.

GS-13 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service Examples include: Experience performing legislative and policy analysis involving complex federal programs. Experience reviewing analyzing and interpreting proposed or pending legislation and Executive Branch documents to assess their impact on agency programs policies operations or regulations; preparing legislative materials such as bill reports testimony legislative proposals implementation plans or formal recommendations; and providing technical advice on legislative matters to senior officials or program staff. Experience coordinating and maintaining working relationships with congressional staff federal agencies tribal or governmental officials or other stakeholders to address complex legislative issues andsupport congressional or legislative activities.

Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.