The Resources, Science and Industry Division of the Congressional
Research Service seeks an Analyst in Environmental Policy. The analyst
will possess knowledge of the history, trends, and current status of
environmental policy issues related to groundwater contamination
prevention and response, interrelationships of groundwater contamination
with federal programs, and aspects of surface water quality. The ideal
candidate will demonstrate ability to develop expertise in new areas.
This position requires the ability to utilize analytical methods and
techniques to analyze policy issues for the U.S. Congress. Applicants
should be comfortable with quantitative approaches in research and
familiar with issues related to groundwater contamination prevention and
response, interrelationships of groundwater contamination with federal
programs, and aspects of surface water quality. Strong writing and
presentation skills, including the ability to synthesize complex
analyses into easy-to-understand language for a non-technical audience,
are required.
CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing
policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House
and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch
agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and
respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century.
A full job description may be found here.