Deputy Assistant Director and Specialist

CRS seeks a senior manager to serve as Deputy Assistant Director and Specialist in the Government and Finance Division. The Deputy Assistant Director supports the Assistant Director in managing the division, which provides expert research to meet congressional policy making and oversight needs on issues related to Congress, federal government public administration, emergency management, economic development, financial regulation, the U.S. economy, appropriations, public finance and taxation. All interested applicants must apply via USAJOBS. The ideal candidate will possess an intellectual curiosity about the breadth of policy issues in the division’s portfolio, a deeper subject knowledge of one of the areas covered by the division, and a demonstrated ability to exercise judgement and discretion in a client-focused environment. Candidates with research and research management experience in issues covered by the division and are capable of collaborating with a highly motivated and talented research staff committed to providing Congress the highest level of nonpartisan, authoritative, objective policy analysis are encouraged to apply. Previous experience in public policy research, analysis, and writing, and knowledge of congressional decision making and legislative process is desired. Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills along with excellent writing, reviewing and communication skills are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Commonwealth University, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs