This position is located in the D.C. Department of Employment Services (DOES), Division of Benefits for the Office of Paid Family Leave (OPFL). The Department of Employment Services’ (DOES) mission is to connect District residents, job seekers, and employers to opportunities and resources that empower fair, safe, effective working communities. The mission of the Office of Paid Family Leave is to plan, develop, and administer a paid leave program for the District of Columbia under the provisions of the Universal Paid Leave Amendment Act of 2016 ("Paid Leave Act").

Duties and Responsibilities

Conducts fact-finding investigations which involve researching, analyzing, and preparing pertinent data/information incidental to report, statistical studies, special events, and ongoing projects. Examines and develops a variety of background information for use in presenting factual and statistical data for special projects and/or reports. Conducts reviews of the operation(s) of the organization and provides suggestions to the supervisor. Identifies unusual problem areas and makes appropriate recommendations for resolution.

Develop administrative data for the purpose of preparing special reports related to the program. Research administrative matters, gather facts, define and explore problems, and initiate and maintain necessary contacts in the completion of assignments. Reviews all correspondence and documents prepared for the supervisor's signature for grammatical accuracy, procedural conformity, format compliance, and provision of supporting documents. On one’s own initiative, returns to originator correspondence or document which is considered improper for signature of the supervisor.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licensures, Certifications, and other requirements

None

Work Conditions/Environment

The work is performed in a normal office setting.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm or Varies

Operating Status: In-Person reporting, flexible and limited telework options available upon position eligibility and operational needs.

Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment: Career Service – Term NTE 13-Months

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0301-9

Salary: $54,183- $69,770; Based on qualifications and funding

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Unit.

Position Designation: This position has been designated as security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.

Residency Requirement: Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years from the date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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