Parsons

LegislativeAffairsSupportOfficerSenior

Springfield, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Legislative Affairs Support Officer – Senior at Parsons. Skills: Legislative Affairs, Congressional Support, Communication Strategy. Support execution of client interactions with Legislative Branch. Serve as advisor on legislative affairs matters”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Synthesize complex information

Eligibility Requirements

Active Top Secret SCI security clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field, 10 years of demonstrated experience managing complex communication initiatives, 10 years of experience advising senior executives, Ability to work independently, Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, understandable written attention to detail, Minimal technical and content errors in deliverables, Understanding of the defense and intelligence budget cycles, Understanding of related oversight, In-depth knowledge of the legislative process, Experience working with congressional staff, Ability to develop and execute sophisticated, multi-faceted communication plans that align with organizational objectives, Active Top Secret SCI security clearance

Nice to Have

Master’s degree, 15+ years of direct experience in the career field of legislative affairs (in lieu of a bachelor's degree)

What You'll Do.

Support execution of client interactions with Legislative Branch

Serve as advisor on legislative affairs matters

Develop engagement strategies

Advance legislative priorities

Respond to Congressional inquiries

Provide expertise on legislative procedures

Coordinate engagements with congressional members

Develop documentation for congressional audiences

Monitor and report on congressional activities

Contribute to summaries of legislation

Provide weekly summary of Congressional atmospherics

Develop and review documentation for congressional audiences

Coordinate development of responses to inquiries

Conduct research for congressional engagements

Synthesize information for engagements

Support maintenance of records

Support training and preparation for engagements

Prepare briefing guidance

Ensure logistical support is in-place

Provide status updates on legislative process

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with exceptional people; Work with other client components

Communication Scope

Clear, understandable written attention to detail

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