Drug Supply Reduction Program Assistant-BF

Creative Corrections • Full-time • Washington, District of Columbia, United States • 3m ago

Narcotics Washington, District Of Columbia

Description

Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for a DRUG SUPPLY REDUCTION PROGRAM ASSISTANT position located in Washington DC. This will be a contract role within the U.S Department of State. The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and secure world.

The Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.

INL’s Office of Global Policy and Programs (INL/GPP) leads the Bureau’s policy development and program management in the area of drug supply reduction with a specific focus on synthetic drugs, including opioids. INL/GPP is responsible for working with various counterparts across the Department of State and within the U.S. interagency, including the Department of Justice, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the Department of The Treasury. In addition, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector also form key partners in INL efforts to reduce the supply of synthetic drugs. INL/GPP manages an annual Drug Supply Reduction budget of $17 million.

This position is BACKFILL position

POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION: Drug Supply Reduction Program Assistant
SECURITY CLEARANCE: A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.
LOCATION: Washington, DC
CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Drug Supply Reduction Program Assistant, referred to as Assistant, for the remainder of this document, will provide technical expertise, program assistance, and support expertise to INL/GPP on the management of Drug Supply Reduction programs, particularly in the area of synthetic drugs.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
The period of performance for this order will be the remaining of one year with the option to exercise two (02) years subject to performance, need, and funding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Participates as a team member responsible for the Drug Supply Reduction program in support of the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader.
Advises the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader on the daily implementation of the Drug Supply Reduction program.
Provides logistics and administrative support, prepares documentation, briefing materials and all other necessary correspondence concerning the Drug Supply Reduction program issues.
Establishes and maintains professional relationships with office and other INL colleagues, members of USG law enforcement agencies, and USG personnel assigned to US Embassies.
Provides program guidance to the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team leader as on the administration of the Drug Supply Reduction program.
Supports development, monitoring, and the implementation and performance of programs and projects being implemented through the Drug Supply Reduction budget line.
Drafts a variety of technical, programmatic, funding, and informational memoranda and other documentation; assists in the preparation of Congressional testimony or responses to questions, press guidance, and interagency documents in accordance with Department policies and regulations.
Liaises with U.S. intra-agency partners advising them of stated policies and programs in the area of Drug Supply Reduction to include briefings, both written and oral, to senior officials.
Assists the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader on drafting, reviewing, and amending procurement requests and other documents required to obligate funding through the Drug Supply Reduction line item, including interagency agreements, grants, and letters of agreement with international organizations, as assigned.
Assists in planning and managing funds in coordination with partner agencies, international organizations, and other implementers.
Supports Bureau and Department principals through the drafting of policy papers and briefing memoranda as well as providing logistical and policy support for travel and congressional testimony, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

U.S. Citizen;
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution;
Zero to two years’ experience in relevant field;
Demonstrated ability to work on projects and issues within overall policy guidelines;
Demonstrated skilled in oral and written communication, sufficient to draft action and info memos, congressional testimony, press guidance and congressional and general correspondence;
Knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement issues.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated experience working with the Department of State.
Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of the State Department’s foreign assistance process, the structure and hierarchy of U.S. embassies, and familiarity with the interagency law enforcement community.
Demonstrated excellent oral and written English communication skills and superior interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated experience working on counternarcotics issues.

LEVEL OF EFFORT

Hours for this full-time position will be the core hours of the INL/GPP Office: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day.

POSITION LOCATION
The physical work location is the INL/GPP office at Columbia Plaza (SA-1), 2401 E Street, NW, Washington, DC.

SECURITY CLEARANCE
A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the Contractor can begin work with an interim Secret clearance.

This position is a BACKFILL position

ABOUT CREATIVE CORRECTIONS

At Creative Corrections, we strive to create a culture where we are able to attract and retain highly talented and qualified individuals. These relationships are built on trust, respect, and an assurance each person feels valued. We offer a strategic Total Compensation Package for qualified employees. In the end, we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of the Company and provide the services our customers rely upon.

In addition, we are honored to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and are equally proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating a diversified workplace where everyone feels valued and respected because of their differences.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.