Analyst in European Affairs

Summary

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Duties

This position is located in the Congressional Research Service (CRS), in the Europe and the Americas Section of the Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division (FDT). As the Analyst in European Affairs, you will: Covers political and security affairs in Western and Eastern Europe, Russia, Ukraine, NATO, and the European Union, among other issues, and U.S. relations with the region. The ideal candidate will have formal education, training, and/or experience conducting research on European political and security affairs, particularly with regard to the European Union and individual member states, and U.S. relations with the region. The ideal candidate is expected to possess and enhance over time the skills necessary to provide legislative analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels. The analyst may support research undertaken throughout CRS. CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS is a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill. CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees. Prepare a variety of analytical, descriptive and background reports, memoranda, and written materials on subjects or public policy issues within the employee's designated areas of responsibility to support congressional decision-making. Through personal consultation, assist committees, Members, and staff with consideration of legislative issues by providing information and analysis, and applying professional subject-area knowledge. Participate in CRS seminars, workshops, and/or outreach programs for committees, Members, and staff. Locate and provide information requested by Members and committees of Congress or their staff. Applicants should have experience conducting sophisticated analysis of European affairs and U.S. relations with the region; knowledge of the U.S. legislative branch and its operations; and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team. The work can require rapid response to emerging policy issues during active legislative processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in European political and security affairs, particularly with regard to the European Union and individual member states and U.S. relations with the region, and the ability to apply such knowledge in a legislative context. Professional experience analyzing or implementing policy and legislation is preferred. Strong research, analysis, writing, and presentation skills are essential, and applicants with an advanced degree in regional studies, international relations, national security policy, history, or similar discipline are strongly encouraged to apply. The analyst will prepare authoritative, objective, and nonpartisan analytical studies and descriptive and background reports and other products that analyze European affairs and U.S. relations with the region; provide personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on European affairs and U.S. relations with the region throughout the legislative process; and participate in team research projects and seminars. Perform other duties as assigned. The position description number for this position is 004747. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a Compflex; or Flexitime work schedule. This is a non- supervisory, bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

Qualifications

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of European Affairs and U.S. Relations with the Region** Ability to analyze public policy issues** Ability to write in a public policy context** Ability to convey analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations, and other presentations. Ability to work collaboratively with others. Ability to exercise objectivity in all phases of analysis and consultation. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Education

Basic Requirements Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. You must submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected. Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application. Foreign Education – Education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed equivalent to conventional/accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for Federal employment. If your college/university is outside the U.S., your transcripts must be accompanied by a report from a credential evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE). Failure to submit a foreign education evaluation report will result in disqualification of your application.