Trade Policy Research Coordinator

Duties include coordinating research and analysis on trade and investment issues by reviewing economic and trade data, industry trends, and other relevant information. Analyzes, compiles, and summarizes trade and investment data to support senior leadership and policy development. Prepares briefing materials, reports, Congressional correspondence, testimony, and other written products. Coordinates administrative and operational support for the office.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national
• Selective Service registration if a male born after December 31, 1959
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
• Direct Deposit is required
• Relocation expenses will not be paid
• Suitability for Federal employment
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Qualifications:

All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.

Specialized Experience:

• GS-09 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, demonstrating:
• Assisting in the preparation of briefing materials, correspondence, reports, presentations, or other documents related to trade policy issues
• Collecting, researching, and summarizing information on trade, economic, or international relations issues to support organization's goals
• GS-11 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, demonstrating:
• Analyzing trade, investment, economic, or international policy issues and identifying relevant trends, laws, or policy developments affecting trade outcomes
• Preparing written analyses, briefing materials, Congressional correspondence, or presentations that summarize trade and investment issues
• Conducting research activities within a workgroup and utilizing relevant materials to assist in analysis
• GS-12 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, demonstrating:
• Conducting research and analysis of international trade and investment issues, including evaluating U.S. and foreign trade policies, laws, negotiating proposals, and economic trends
• Developing policy analyses and recommendations that contribute to the formulation of U.S. trade and investment policy and negotiating positions
• Preparing comprehensive briefing materials, Congressional testimony, reports, decision memoranda, and executive correspondence for senior officials
• Coordinating research and analytical efforts across internal and external organizational teams to support trade policy decisions

Preferred Experience:

This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak a language relevant to the assigned area in order to research, analyze, and interpret documents and other information.

Education:

You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

Additional Information:

• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
• Active Duty Military Members MAY apply under this announcement due to the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.