Job Description: This position is located in the Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), Office of Policy Analysis & Development (OPAD), Washington, District of Columbia. The primary purpose of this position is to perform program and policy analysis of significance to the overall mission, goals, and priorities MBDA and the Department of Commerce. Job Responsibilities: Develops background materials, gathers information from numerous sources and prepares formal reports for the OPAD leadership and the National Director. Work closely with senior leadership and staff at MBDA to improve internal coordination and provide policy guidance; frequently representing OPAD and MBDA at the Department in interagency meetings. Conduct complex special research studies of MBDA programs, policies and initiatives; and/or programs, policies and initiatives of other government agencies. Work on complex and confidential assignments on matters of special concern to the MBDA leadership that involve Agency-wide, Departmental and intra-agency programs and policy issues. Job Requirements: If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application. You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. A trial period may be required (for term appointments/excepted service appointments) A probationary period may be required. License required: No All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expenses will not be paid. Selective Service registration required. Bargaining Unit Position: Yes Pre-employment physical required: No A pre-employment drug test may be required. Job Details: Company: U.S. Department of Commerce Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Washington, DC, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careersvilla.com