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Assistant Chief Counsel
Portfolio: Taxes, Investment Markets, and Employee Benefits
Location: Washington, D.C. / Hybrid
Apply by: April 26, 2024
Schedule: Full-Time
Salary Range: Advocacy offers a competitive salary commensurate with education, qualifications, and experience.
Eligibility Requirements
United States citizenship.
Ability to pass a background check.
Availability to work at the U.S. Small Business Administration headquarters in Washington, D.C. Currently operating by hybrid telework and in-person.
Looking to make a real impact in the world of small business? Join the team at the Office of Advocacy! We’re all about supporting entrepreneurs and driving policy that helps small businesses thrive. Whether you’re passionate about public policy or just want to be part of a team that’s making a difference, we’ve got a spot for you! Plus, the work is dynamic, the mission is meaningful, and the opportunity to grow is endless.
Ready to help shape the future of small business across the country? Apply now and come work with us!
Overview
The Office of Advocacy (Advocacy), an independent office within the U.S. Small Business Administration, is seeking an Assistant Chief Counsel to join our team in Washington, DC. Advocacy examines the role and contributions of small businesses in the U.S. economy and advocates for small businesses in policymaking to federal agencies, Congress, the White House, and the public.
Essential Functions:
- Serve as advisor to the Director of the Office of Interagency Affairs on federal tax, investment market, and employee benefits policy, programs, and activities and propose advocacy initiatives and objectives related to these activities.
- Represent the Chief Counsel at the direction of the Director of the Office of Interagency Affairs on interagency reviews, task forces, and committees.
- Review multiple regulations under tax, securities, investment markets, and employee benefits statutes within your assigned area, which may include the Internal Revenue Code, Securities Exchange Act, the Securities Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, the Inflation Reduction Act, and other statutes.
- Write draft policy positions, proposals, memorandums, comment letters, and reports identifying key issues and policies while advocating the policies of federal agencies with clear benefit to small businesses consistent with other policy statements on behalf of the Chief Counsel.
- Collaborate with relevant agency personnel and Administration officials to exchange information about matters affecting small businesses.
- Conduct outreach to, and work with, small entities and their representatives to ensure the timely identification of federal programs and policies affecting small business and the impacts of such programs and policies, including hosting roundtables to discuss relevant issues.
- Oversee compliance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act in assigned areas.
- Analyze and review technical supporting documents such as regulatory impact analyses.
- Participate in interagency groups as appropriate to develop policy on emerging issues in assigned areas.
Key qualifications:
- J.D. with relevant professional experience in administrative law, regulatory affairs, and the federal rulemaking process, including drafting and submitting comment letters.
- Experience with tax, securities, investment markets, and employee benefits laws, including the Internal Revenue Code, Securities Exchange Act, the Securities Act, and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Interest in public policy and small business issues.
- Flexibility and the willingness to take on additional issues as appropriate.
To apply for this position, email your cover letter, résumé, and a short writing sample, with ‘Application submission for insert position title‘ in the subject line.
Need assistance?
If you need assistance navigating the application or interview process due to a qualifying disability or medical condition, please email the Office of Advocacy and someone from our team will contact you directly.
About Advocacy
At Advocacy, we are dedicated to advocating for small businesses in the U.S. and fostering a favorable regulatory environment. As an independent office, we play a crucial role in shaping policy decisions affecting small entities, working closely with federal agencies, Congress, and the public.
Our team supports small businesses by providing expertise, conducting research, and representing their interests during regulatory processes. Advocacy is a great place to build a meaningful career, offering opportunities for professionals to contribute to the growth and success of small businesses across the nation. Explore current openings and join the mission to make a significant impact on the U.S. economy.
Our Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and outstanding federal benefits to its employees. Positions are classified under the General Schedule (GS) pay scale, with salaries commensurate with education, qualifications, and experience. Employees enjoy comprehensive federal benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid leave. Advocacy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions.
Location
The employee will be expected to work in person at the U.S. Small Business Administration headquarters in Washington, DC, which is currently operating on a hybrid telework/in-person schedule.
This office is located at 409 3rd Street SW, Washington, D.C. and is steps away from the Federal Center SW Metro stop.
The Office of Advocacy offers SmartTrip commuter subsidy benefits.
EEO Statement
Advocacy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, age, color, national origin, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.