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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Senior Research Program Specialist for assigned research-related matters within the U.S. Election Assistance Commission's (EAC) mission. The incumbent assists the Director for Research with administering and maintaining various research contracts and studies undertaken by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission and with the tasks related to the creation of new research studies and products.
Learn more about this agency05/08/2019 to 06/07/2019
$61,926 - $99,545 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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EAC-10496169-19-CB
533033000
All US Citizens - Open to the Public. This job requires a Public Trust Background Investigation. Candidates must be a US Citizen. Candidates must meet all qualifications prior to the closing date of this announcement.
The incumbent also assists the Director of Research and other staff in maintaining relationships with stakeholders and represents EAC to state and federal legislative groups, advocacy groups, the elections community and other agencies as assigned; and performs related work on various issues pertaining to elections.
Major Duties
Projects/Initiatives
Major Duties, continued
Stakeholder Guidance/Outreach
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. The materials you send with your application will not be returned.
Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program operates.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume/application will be made to ensure you meet the qualifications and job requirements for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies:
Knowledge of and skill with interpreting and analyzing various established election laws (including HAVA), NVRA regulations and Title III provisions related to the administration of Federal elections.
Knowledge and skill in applying analytical, statistical, and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of election-related research areas and program operations. Research experience in a related field of public policy.
Knowledge of program planning and contract management to assist with the EAC's long-range and short-range research planning.
Knowledge and understanding of the EAC mission, goals and objectives, programs, and functions to identify significant research issues. Related knowledge of Federal and State election laws and procedures.
Knowledge of election laws and procedures, policy and administration variation among key governmental and non-governmental stakeholders in the field.
Knowledge and skill in federal acquisition regulations to mitigate risk for the federal government in all phases of the acquisition cycle.
Ability to research and analyze complex public policies in order to assist with creating policy proposals and to help interpret legislative directives that will be converted to practical policies, processes and procedures.
Ability to identify and keep abreast of legislation, public policies, and trends that affect the development of the division's annual program goals and objectives.
Skill in helping to effectively communicate technical material or highly complex issues that may have controversial findings, using language appropriate to technical and /or non-technical audiences.
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/533033000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The agency is charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting voluntary voting system guidelines, accrediting testing laboratories, certifying voting systems, maintaining the national mail voter registration form, auditing the use of HAVA funds, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information about election administration. Four commissioners, appointed by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, are responsible for setting policy and assuring the mission of the EAC is carried out.
