The applicant will take on the role of Policy Advisor for the Office of Science and Technology. This position is a Detail assignment and not a promotion. Candidates must currently hold the grade level specified in the announcement. Eligibility for this detail is restricted to current federal employees, applications from those who are not federal employees will not be accepted. To apply, please submit the required documentation to DL.OSTP.HR@ostp.eop.gov.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards. GRADE REQUIREMENT: This is NOT a promotion. Applicant MUST currently be at the grade level advertised. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Examples of specialized experience are: setting strategic direction, engaging with senior leadership, and developing policy products in one or more of the following policy portfolio areas: Innovation and industrial strategy Research security Technology and national security International science and/or technology Education and workforce development for science and technology Biosecurity Biotechnology Nanotechnology Semiconductors Quantum information science Advanced communications / telecommunications Civilian nuclear Energy Arctic/polar Oceans Maritime Additional requirements include the ability to: Grasps and explains complex issues Prioritizes between multiple tasks and deadlines Communicates clearly, concisely, and effectively through verbal and written means Maintains productivity in collaborative and independent working environments Possesses strong research, writing and editing skills Adheres to timeliness and is detail oriented Utilizes Microsoft Suite for document management.
This is a Non-Reimbursable Detail Opportunity for 6 or greater months. If selected your management and branch must concur with the non-reimbursable detail. A MOU will be signed between your branch and the agency. RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID. As an Policy Advisor, GS-0301-12/13 your responsibilities will include: Developing and reviewing products that help advance OSTP's priorities for a specific portfolio area, such as policy papers, briefing memos, talking points, reports, summaries, and other written documents. Engaging collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to gathering feedback, secure commitments, and advance OSTP's priorities for a specific portfolio area. Working with OSTP and EOP teams and staff to build additional knowledge and capacity on policy issues for a specific portfolio area, as well as considerations across portfolios. Advising in a clear, compelling, actionable manner to advance policy objectives and communicates opportunities, risks, and tradeoffs. Adapting to shifting tasks and evolving priorities as needed.