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Legislative Affairs Officer
Immediate Office of the Assistant Secretary for Management, Department of Veterans AffairsWashington, DC · full time · Senior
$143,913 – $187,093
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is a senior budget policy role where you represent the Department of Veterans Affairs in negotiations with Congress and federal oversight offices on funding and appropriations. The position suits experienced legislative professionals who can independently advocate for complex fiscal positions and mentor junior staff.
Our summary, not Immediate Office of the Assistant Secretary for Management, Department of Veterans Affairs’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience as a legislative liaison on budget and appropriations matters at GS-13 level or equivalent
- Mastery-level knowledge of federal budget and appropriations processes and OMB guidance
- Ability to independently represent an organization's position in negotiations and hearings with Congress and OMB
- Extensive knowledge of House and Senate Appropriations Committee structure, rules, and procedures
- Ability to lead or substantially contribute to Congressional testimony and budget justification materials
- Experience advising senior leadership on legislative strategy and budget implications
- Strong oral and written communication skills for complex budget and policy matters