Program Manager (Office of Legislative and Tribal Affairs), GS-0340-13/14 (51535)

Washington, DCUSACE Headquarters51535
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Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Temporary

Position Not To Exceed (NTE) Time

120

USACE Organization

USACE Headquarters

Locations (City, State)

Washington, DC

Position Overview/Duties

INTRODUCTION: This is a temporary assignment at the Headquarters of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Directorate of Civil Works. The incumbent will serve as a Legislative Affairs Program Manager for the Office of Legislative and Tribal Affairs (OLTA), responsible for managing and coordinating a wide range of activities related to congressional engagement. This position collaborates with a dynamic team to ensure timely, responsive feedback to requests for information and coordination with OASA(CW). The role requires exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leaders and subject matter experts across the organization.

DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT/DUTIES:

  • Manage Congressional Requests: Oversee incoming requests from Congress, including those from authorization and appropriations committees, ensuring efficient handling and prioritization.
  • Coordinate Technical and Legislative Support: Task and coordinate time-sensitive requests for technical assistance, including legislative drafting services, effects statements, and preparing responses to Questions for the Record (QFRs) with subject matter experts. Consolidate input from across Headquarters and Major Subordinate Commands (MSCs) for congressional responses.
  • Support Senior Leadership Engagements: Assist in the preparation of senior leaders for congressional hearings, including developing materials and managing the internal clearance process for congressional engagement.
  • Administer Congressional Correspondence: Manage the flow of correspondence and responses to letters from members of Congress across a range of topics.
  • Foster Agency-Wide Coordination: Communicate the latest guidance for congressional engagements and RFIs, including supporting “lunch and learns” and updates for the network of congressional practitioners, and conduct thorough reviews of materials prior to submission to OASA(CW).

Other Conditions and Requirements

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for noncompetitive placements, to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

APPLICABILITY/AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This is a temporary reassignment or temporary promotion open to current eligible GS-13/14, Program Manager, GS-0340 employees within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT: This opportunity will be considered for a duty station outside of Washington, DC working out of a USACE Office in accordance with current guidance. Periodic travel to Washington, DC may be required, and costs paid for by Headquarters.

APPOINTMENT TYPE: This temporary assignment will be for 120 days.

APPLICANT QUALIFICATIONS: Nominees will be selected on the basis of the following qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Legislative Processes: Demonstrated understanding of the congressional environment, including legislative procedures and the functions of congressional committees.
  • Advanced Communication Skills: Superior ability to develop high-quality written materials and oral presentations for senior officials, and experience preparing leaders for congressional engagements.
  • Policy and Program Analysis: Proven experience analyzing complex policy, programmatic, and legislative issues to inform organizational responses and strategy.
  • Coordination and Project Management: Ability to manage, coordinate, and track multiple complex and time-sensitive tasks across a large organization, ensuring timely and high-quality responses.
  • Interpersonal and Training Skills: Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with senior leaders and subject matter experts, with experience developing or delivering guidance and training to internal practitioners.

SALARY & TDY: Selectee's salary will be funded by Headquarters, Directorate of Civil Works, Office of Legislative and Tribal Affairs. Travel and per diem will be paid by the Headquarters, Directorate of Civil Works, Office of Legislative and Tribal Affairs.

Other Essential Information:• A trial or probationary period may be required.

  • This position may have a Temporary Duty (TOY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
  • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
  • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
  • Applicants will provide the following information via e-mail to Nicole.Comisky@usace.army.mil. Closing date of announcement is 08 April 2026.
  1. A one-page statement explaining your interest in and motivation for this specific assignment as a Legislative Affairs Program Manager, Office of Legislative and Tribal Affairs.
  2. Endorsement from your immediate supervisor. An email from your supervisor is also acceptable.
  • Applicants must upload the following documents to the application: Resume: A current resume detailing your experience, particularly focused on: managing congressional correspondence and requests for information (RFIs); coordinating timely and accurate responses to congressional inquiries across a complex organization; preparing senior leaders for congressional engagements, including hearings and testimony; analyzing the impact of legislation; and other high-level coordination and communication activities from prior positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.