CBO's Budget Analysis Division seeks analysts to work in its Projections Unit, which is responsible for developing, coordinating, and reporting on CBO’s baseline budget projections, as well as for writing other documents and formulating cost estimates for proposed legislation.   In particular, these analysts will be responsible for various functions, many of them on a quick-turnaround basis: •  Preparing and reviewing material for reports and testimony on the budget outlook and for other CBO publications;  •  Developing and maintaining models relating to federal pay, federal retirement programs, federal borrowing, and other federal finances;  •  Assisting in the preparation and use of computerized budget databases;  •  Analyzing legislative proposals related to key portions of government spending, including payment of federal interest costs and salaries and expenses for federal employees; and •  Answering inquiries from the Congress and the public.  CBO’s analysts, who work closely with Congressional staff and agency officials, have wide-ranging responsibilities and often play a significant role in the legislative and budget process. The Congress relies on CBO’s work to prepare its annual budget plans, to consider the President’s budgetary proposals, and to evaluate the budgetary effects of legislation. Qualifications Candidates for these positions must have a graduate degree in public policy, public administration, economics, or a related field. The positions require analysts with a solid quantitative orientation, the facility to handle several issues simultaneously, and the ability to independently complete written projects under tight deadlines. Strong oral and written communications skills are required, especially the ability to communicate complex material clearly and concisely. Experience with the federal budget process is desirable, as is experience using Visual Basic and SQL. Salary and Benefits Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment.   How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, résumé, salary history, brief writing sample, and contact information for three references online. Recent graduates must submit an unofficial copy of academic transcripts. Only complete applications will be considered. Although there is no deadline, these positions will be closed when CBO has received a sufficient number of applications from qualified candidates.  The positions are governed by the Veterans Employment Oppoortunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.  Because these positions are covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, the following categories of people may be eligible for preference in the hiring process relative to other applicants: veterans who have separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after serving on active duty in the armed forces during a war, in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, or during particular defined periods; disabled veterans; and the mother, spouse, or unmarried widow or widower of certain veterans. To claim this preference, an applicant must identify himself or herself as eligible for veterans' preference in the Self-Identification for Veterans' Preference section of the application and must complete and submit CBO's Veterans' Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form to veoa@cbo.gov or fax to 202-225-7539 within two weeks of applying. Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO's Veterans' Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to careers@cbo.gov . Contact Nancy Fahey or Holly Boras, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO/M/F/V/D

     

The Management, Business, and Information Services Division seeks an experienced editor to manage the day-to-day operations of editing and publishing—helping to ensure that CBO’s reports are clear and accessible to a broad audience, including Members of Congress, Congressional staff, researchers, and other members of the public.  Responsibilities include supervising a group charged with editing, graphic design, and report production; planning and coordinating that work; serving as a principal in setting standards for publications; managing relevant processes, in coordination with staff of other divisions and the Director’s Office; tracking drafts and helping to schedule releases; and sometimes serving as the primary editor of documents. The Managing Editor will report to CBO’s Editor in Chief, who is responsible for the overall editorial quality of CBO’s publications.  Qualifications Candidates must have at least seven years’ experience editing professional or academic publications similar to those produced at CBO . They must have broad editorial skills––ranging from being able to reliably guide authors in writing and organizing drafts, to making complex and difficult drafts clear and graceful, to finishing documents with care. They must thoroughly understand English grammar and syntax, should be sensitive to style and to nuances of tone and meaning in writing and editing, and should be at ease with technical subjects and quantitative information presented in tables and graphs. Candidates must also have the ability to manage people and processes effectively—including strong interpersonal skills, the ability to support and develop others, and a commitment to customer service; some management experience is preferred. The flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as necessary, is required, as is a bachelor’s or advanced degree, preferably in English or another field within the humanities. Salary and Benefits The salary range begins at $115,000 per year, and the salary will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment. How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, résumé, several editing samples (see the Job Applicant FAQs on CBO’s website for a description), salary history, and contact information for three references online by December 15 to ensure consideration. This is a management position and is not covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act. Contact Nancy Fahey or Holly Boras, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO/M/F/V/D