Analyst in Public Finance

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of U.S. tax policy** Ability to analyze public policy issues** Ability to write in a public policy context** Ability to convey analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations and other presentations. Ability to work collaboratively with others. Ability to exercise objectivity in all phases of analysis and consultation. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) Government and Finance Division seeks an Analyst in Public Finance to join its Government Finance and Taxation Section. The analyst will serve the United States Congress by providing in-depth research and analysis on public policy issues related to a broad array of individual, international, corporate, and estate and gift tax policy issues. The section’s portfolio is centered around some of the nation’s leading economic and policy issues.