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Continuity Liaison Officer
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Summary
The Secretary of the Senates Senate Security Office is seeking a Continuity Liaison Officer. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.govYO0NL.
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Overview
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Open & closing dates 03/25/2026 to 06/30/2026
Salary $100,230 to $155,358 per year
Pay scale & grade AD 10
Location Few vacancies in the following location: Washington DC
Few vacancies
Telework eligible No
Travel Required Not required - NA
Relocation expenses reimbursed No | NA
Appointment type Permanent
Work schedule Full-time
Service Excepted
Promotion potential 10
Job family Series 0080 Security Administration
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test No
Announcement number req920
Control number 862495100
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
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The work involves liaising with staff from the Joint Congressional Continuity Board and key partners at an offsite location serving as a conduit between external partners and Hill staff. Supporting Board meetings by producing briefing and materials and executing administrative support functions. Attending and facilitating planning meetings while representing the Secretarys interests. Coordinating with Secretary continuity staff to ensure integration of efforts. Cross training where beneficial and backing up other staff leads. Developing continuity plans including technical writing and adjudication and supporting continuity testing, training, and exercises.
Work is bound by Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures, the U.S. Senate Handbook, and the Senate Ethics Manual, but requires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments.
The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.govYO0NL.
Requirements
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For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csodfed.com/uxats/careersite1/homecsaa.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to everyday risks and discomforts and requires the use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds as well as regular use of typical office equipment including multiple computer network accounts at the unclassified and classified security classifications, typical software programs, and methods of communication such as a computer, email, unclassified and classified telephones at various classification levels, and various secure communications equipment.
Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties. Work also requires physical presence in the liaison office except as otherwise required by the Office of the Secretary. Must be capable of occasionally providing support outside of normal business hours to include evenings and weekends. This position is required to support emergency response and continuity efforts and travel to key locations across the US as needed.
Primary duty station is located in Northern Virginia; frequent travel between duty station and Capitol Hill is required 1-2 times per week or as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Work requires a bachelors degree in a related field with at least one but three years of experience preferred as related to COOP/COG or national or homeland security and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Education See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.
Additional information The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email resumes@sec.senate.gov with "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line.
No moving, relocation, or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position or while in application for this position.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
Help | A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.
Benefits
Help | A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents
Required Documents
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Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education, and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan series and grade.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Help | https://sen.govYO0NL
All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.
Agency contact information Email: resumes@sec.senate.gov Address: Secretary of the Senate Human Resources Hart Senate Building Washington DC 20510
Next steps Candidates will be contacted if granted an interview.
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Required Documents
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Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education, and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan series and grade.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Help | https://sen.govYO0NL
All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.
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Agency contact information Email: resumes@sec.senate.gov Address: Secretary of the Senate Human Resources Hart Senate Building Washington DC 20510
Next steps Candidates will be contacted if granted an interview.
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Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Senate
The secretary of the Senate is an elected officer responsible for an extensive array of offices and services to expedite the day-to-day operations of the U.S. Senate. The secretary keeps the legislative records of the Senate, including minutes of proceedings, calendars of business, debates, nominations, bills, and amendments. The secretary is responsible for the records of senators elections and for receiving and transmitting official messages to and from the president and the House of Representatives. The secretary is also the chief financial officer of the Senate.
Agency contact information Email: resumes@sec.senate.gov Address: Secretary of the Senate Human Resources Hart Senate Building Washington DC 20510
Summary
The Secretary of the Senates Senate Security Office is seeking a Continuity Liaison Officer. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.govYO0NL.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help | Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/25/2026 to 06/30/2026
Salary $100,230 to $155,358 per year
Pay scale & grade AD 10
Location Few vacancies in the following location: Washington DC
Few vacancies
Telework eligible No
Travel Required Not required - NA
Relocation expenses reimbursed No | NA
Appointment type Permanent
Work schedule Full-time
Service Excepted
Promotion potential 10
Job family Series 0080 Security Administration
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test No
Announcement number req920
Control number 862495100
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