On-Call Regulatory Specialist (Public Policy) and ...

Are you looking to work on current and emerging policy issues? Do you want to apply your education and experience to help government agencies improve the way they develop and implement regulations, policies, and programs? Our Regulatory, Policy & Economics (RPE) line of business has over 30 years of experience supporting the design, implementation, and improvement of federal programs and is seeking an on-call policy analyst to join them. The on-call position is available immediately and will have variable weekly hours, typically involving approximately 5-15 hours per week. This on-call position will join our multidisciplinary team of regulatory specialists, policy analysts, economists, and attorneys who combine research and analysis skills to solve unique public policy challenges through innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services. Our dynamic work environment involves working on multiple projects simultaneously, supporting a wide range of federal and state agency clients, and providing a wide range of support services. Job Responsibilities: Ideal candidates will employ strong research, policy analysis, and writing skills to contribute to rulemaking documents, stakeholder and public comment reports, policy papers, and technical background documents. Duties also will include technical writing and editing, as well as report production. This candidate will work within interdisciplinary teams supporting federal government clients who develop and implement regulatory programs affecting the environment, homeland security and immigration, transportation, workforce development, nutrition, and food/drug safety, and other national priorities. What you'll do... Participating in short- and long-term engagements to support federal clients whose responsibilities are to develop policies and craft regulations that implement a desired policy, explain the rationale of the rulemaking to interested parties, and implement the regulatory requirements Drafting, editing, and formatting federal agency rulemaking documents and developing/adapting style guides for new agency rulemakings Supporting federal agency efforts to transparently manage and analyze public comments received on proposed agency rules Conducting research and synthesizing information from rulemaking documents, literature, and other reports Immersing oneself rapidly in varied projects for multiple clients Providing verbal and written progress updates to project staff Interacting with clients to understand and manage expectations and foster long-term relationships Minimum qualifications: Bachelors degree, plus at least 3 years of relevant work experience Technical editing experience U.S. Citizenship is required per federal contracts Ability to obtain and maintain a moderate-level government security clearance from select government agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security Strong analytical, writing, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communications skills Detail-oriented and team-oriented approach Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Preferred qualifications: Masters degree (JD, MPP, or equivalent), plus 2 years of relevant work experience Understanding of and experience with the federal rulemaking process Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process. Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $65,416.00 - $111,207.00 Virginia Remote Office (VA99)

Created: 2024-11-05