ABS Group is a global company that provides a broad array of technical and management consulting services to meet the needs of our clients. Our Global Government division, headquartered in Washington, DC supports federal agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Transportation, the United States Coast Guard, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
We are looking for a Junior Policy Analyst to provide management consulting support to a new office in the Department of Transportation. The candidate will work on a dynamic team and highly engaged clients to meet fast-paced project requirements. Every day, our team members analyze and design solutions to inform clients how to best address their most complex challenges and improve business operations. The ideal candidate is a team player, critical thinker, and problem solver that enjoys working in a dynamic collaborative environment. If you are enthusiastic and creative about solving challenges, we’re just what you are looking for.
What You Will Do:
- Gain a high-level understanding of policy, standards, and regulations governing the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) industry
- Work with a team of experts to establish and maintain documents that illustrate the regulatory framework
- Innovative thinker and problem solver able to support multi-task assignments for our government client.
- Interact directly with clients and federal partners to determine the impact of regulations and standards on industry, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders
- Identify and understand client expectations, ensuring alignment of proposed solution and identified constraints.
- Translate business needs into recommendations, implement selected recommendations and create associated documentation
- Prepare project documentation such as minutes or business process documents, as required
- Understand and apply process improvement and performance management concepts
- Develop tailored briefing materials and reports information and recommendations to a diverse group of stakeholders
- Be comfortable presenting your work to a small audience conveying results or facilitating discussion to support a client decision
- Maintain a positive working environment and can-do attitude to foster productive and healthy team and client relationships
What You Will Need:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required (Political Science, Business, or relevant field preferred)
- 1-3 years of related experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Detail-oriented individual with the ability to quickly ramp up with new clients, their business needs, and technologies
- Ability to conduct research, gain understanding of regulatory policy, and communicate with stakeholders of varying levels of technical background
- Advanced familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of products
- Ability to write reports summarizing findings
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- U.S. citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a government security clearance
It Would Be Nice If You Had
- Strong affinity for data-driven solutions
- Previous government consulting experience
- Experience reviewing, learning, and applying standards or regulations
- Analytical mind and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
About Our Benefits
ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity
The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.
Notice
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Other
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