Public Affairs Specialist (Flexible Detail/Temporary Promotion)
Library of Congress, Olympia, Washington, United States
nte 120 days( Congressional Research Service Staff Only ) Public Affairs Specialist (Flexible Detail/Temporary Promotion)
Opening Date : February 5, 2026 Closing Date : February 12, 2026 LC Organization Unit : Congressional Research Service LC Organization Unit - Specific Office : Counselor of the Director Grade : GS-09 Series : 1035 Availability : Congressional Research Service Staff Only Duration : Up to 120 days The Congressional Research Service, Office of the Director is offering a 120-day opportunity for two qualified individuals at the GS-7 to serve on a full-time temporary promotion to the GS-09 to serve on a full-time detail as a Public Affairs Specialist in the Congressional Programs and Communications Office. Duties: Public Affairs Specialist takes lead responsibility for ensuring logistical and administrative support necessary to deliver programs, seminars, and events for Members, committees, and staff of the U.S. Congress. The position also assists the office head with major programs and services related to congressional client education and outreach. The Congressional Programs and Communications Office (CPC) in the Office of the Director (DIR) of the Congressional Research Service (CRS) coordinates a variety of programs, seminars, and events (including broadcast, Web-based, and other technologies) for Members, committees, and staff of the U.S. Congress. CPC Office activities include: 1) coordinating regularly-scheduled training programs in legislative processes and procedures; 2) supporting programs and seminars on the federal budget, federal law, and public policy issues; 3) coordinating policy programs for new Members of Congress and orientation to CRS services for permanent congressional staff and for congressional interns; 4) coordinating other events for the U.S. Congress and for CRS managers and staff; and 5) providing information to congressional clients about CRS programs, products, and services. Application and Selection Process Applicants must be a current Library of Congress employee serving in a permanent or indefinite position at the GS-09 level.Interested candidates should, prepare afederal style resume with a one-page statement expressing interest in this opportunity, along with a description of their qualifications that includes current work experience and training related to the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. Ability to Apply the Basic Principles, Concepts, and Methodologies of Events Planning. Ability to Perform Client Services and Outreach Activities. Ability to Present Information Orally. Ability to Interact Collaboratively with Others. Ability to Plan and Organize Ability to Solve Problems and Make Decisions Interested candidates, with permission from their supervisor, should submit these documents to Acting Head of Congressional Programs, Kimberly Crawford, kcraw@crs.loc.gov by the close of business on
February 12, 2026 . Applicant information will be reviewed and the top qualified candidate will be selected. The selection will be based on how well the candidate meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Telework Eligibility:
This opportunity requires the employee to be on-site 6 days per pay period. The desired start date for this temporary promotion/detail opportunity is March 8, 2026 For More Information
Human Resources Library of Congress 101 Independence Ave, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20540-1600 Email: JobHelp@loc.gov
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Opening Date : February 5, 2026 Closing Date : February 12, 2026 LC Organization Unit : Congressional Research Service LC Organization Unit - Specific Office : Counselor of the Director Grade : GS-09 Series : 1035 Availability : Congressional Research Service Staff Only Duration : Up to 120 days The Congressional Research Service, Office of the Director is offering a 120-day opportunity for two qualified individuals at the GS-7 to serve on a full-time temporary promotion to the GS-09 to serve on a full-time detail as a Public Affairs Specialist in the Congressional Programs and Communications Office. Duties: Public Affairs Specialist takes lead responsibility for ensuring logistical and administrative support necessary to deliver programs, seminars, and events for Members, committees, and staff of the U.S. Congress. The position also assists the office head with major programs and services related to congressional client education and outreach. The Congressional Programs and Communications Office (CPC) in the Office of the Director (DIR) of the Congressional Research Service (CRS) coordinates a variety of programs, seminars, and events (including broadcast, Web-based, and other technologies) for Members, committees, and staff of the U.S. Congress. CPC Office activities include: 1) coordinating regularly-scheduled training programs in legislative processes and procedures; 2) supporting programs and seminars on the federal budget, federal law, and public policy issues; 3) coordinating policy programs for new Members of Congress and orientation to CRS services for permanent congressional staff and for congressional interns; 4) coordinating other events for the U.S. Congress and for CRS managers and staff; and 5) providing information to congressional clients about CRS programs, products, and services. Application and Selection Process Applicants must be a current Library of Congress employee serving in a permanent or indefinite position at the GS-09 level.Interested candidates should, prepare afederal style resume with a one-page statement expressing interest in this opportunity, along with a description of their qualifications that includes current work experience and training related to the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. Ability to Apply the Basic Principles, Concepts, and Methodologies of Events Planning. Ability to Perform Client Services and Outreach Activities. Ability to Present Information Orally. Ability to Interact Collaboratively with Others. Ability to Plan and Organize Ability to Solve Problems and Make Decisions Interested candidates, with permission from their supervisor, should submit these documents to Acting Head of Congressional Programs, Kimberly Crawford, kcraw@crs.loc.gov by the close of business on
February 12, 2026 . Applicant information will be reviewed and the top qualified candidate will be selected. The selection will be based on how well the candidate meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Telework Eligibility:
This opportunity requires the employee to be on-site 6 days per pay period. The desired start date for this temporary promotion/detail opportunity is March 8, 2026 For More Information
Human Resources Library of Congress 101 Independence Ave, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20540-1600 Email: JobHelp@loc.gov
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