Environmental Policy Support

The EPA National Student Services Contract has an immediate opening for a full-time contractor position; Environmental Policy Support with the Office of Research and Development at the EPA facility in Washington, DC. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Bachelor’s grad to collaborate with EPA’s research team. Research experience includes:

·       Researching and summarizing information;

·       Assisting with the logistics and coordination activities;

·       Facilitating the appropriate communication and outreach; and

·       Networking and exploring many career paths at EPA.

Location: This job will be located at EPA’s facility in Washington, DC

Salary: $23.26 per hour.

Travel: Occasional overnight travel may be required.

·       Experience writing about science, environmental issues, public health concerns or other technical or public policy subjects as evidenced by a writing sample;

·       Advanced skills with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, & Outlook;

·       Experience in administration support functions (recordkeeping, filing, etc) and managing records (electronic and hardcopy) or databases;

·       Strong organizational skills, including demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments with competing deadlines;

·       Strong proof reading and editing skills; and

·       Strong written, oral and electronic communication skills.

·       Experience with webinar and collaboration platforms (Skype, SharePoint, etc.).

·      Experience with graphic design software (InDesign, Photoshop, etc).

The Office of Science Advisor, Policy and Engagement (OSAPE) is responsible for the Agency’s official Scientific Integrity policy and human subject research review, as well as overseeing and managing: intra-agency science coordination, the Action Development Process leadership, the Regional Science Program, Tribal Science, External Advisory Boards, and EPA extramural research support and partnerships (including research grants and partnerships, challenges, and prizes). Within OSAPE, the Extramural Research and Partnerships Division (ERPD) provides leadership for and coordination of ORD’s extramural research grants and partnerships with EPA’s programs and regions, tribes, other federal agencies, and key external stakeholders.

 

·       Be at least 18 years of age and

·       Have earned at least a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental policy, public health, communications, business, or other closely related fields of study from an accredited university or college within the last 24 months and

·       Be a citizen of the United States of America or a Legal Permanent Resident.