Transition Specialist #144

Support departing, continuing, and newly elected Senators and their staff during the biennial transition to a new Congress. Serve as the primary point of contact with all stakeholders for the purpose of transitioning office spaces. Develop and review written materials such as reports, program overviews, and outreach material. Create and maintain reports, website content, forms, and dashboards for congressional transitions and inaugural ceremonies. Plan, implement, and facilitate training sessions, including researching and collating information on a wide variety of topics and developing and delivering presentations. Coordinate and support ad hoc projects and special events. Assist in identifying support resources and perform outreach efforts throughout the Senate. Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/YO0NL.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in project management, coordination and/ or physical change management, and a minimum of one (1) year Congressional experience.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and functions, including policies and regulations set by the Senate Rules Committee, the Senate Committee on Ethics, and the Architect of the Capitol pertaining to facilities management.
• Knowledge of office equipment, computers, relevant software/web applications, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to communicate and manage complex projects with diplomacy, tact, and professional bearing.
• Strong writing and analytical skills and the ability to formulate written content on a variety of subjects in a range of styles.
• Ability to conduct research and accurately prepare and process a variety of reports and documents.
• Ability to obtain Change Management certification.
• As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in a professional environment, preferably in the United States Senate or other government settings.
• Experience working in a congressional office.
• Progressive experience in project management or change management.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and improve systems and workflows that increase efficiency and service quality.
• A high degree of communication competency that allows for succinct and digestible information to be dispersed to a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and resources effectively while maintaining attention to detail.
• Skill in analyzing operational challenges, identifying solutions, and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Working Conditions

• Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during lapses in appropriations, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late-night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
• This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during lapses in appropriations, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
• Moderate (carrying of items less than 50 pounds).
• Work requires frequent physical effort, including walking, bending, crawling, and standing for long durations.
• Physical dexterity in the use of fingers and limbs in the operation of hand equipment.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.

• Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series and grade.

Subject to background/security investigation.

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