Public Policy Specialist – Energy and Environment

ICF

. Interact directly with clients within the EPA, DOI, NRC, and other agencies .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeReston • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,967 - $103,643 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory research, technical writing, and analysis of Federal agency rulemakings. Proficient in synthesizing complex information and providing administrative support in a team-oriented environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In EngineeringTechnical Writing And EditingRegulatory Research SkillsProficiency In MS OfficeUnderstanding Of The Federal Rulemaking Process

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Hard Skills

Technical WritingRegulatory AnalysisDocument DraftingCost-Benefit AssessmentInformation Synthesis

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailTime ManagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeMS TeamsSharePointAdobe Acrobat

Certifications & Qualifications

Moderate-Level Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

EPADOINRCFederal Rulemaking ProcessPublic Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interact directly with clients within the EPA, DOI, NRC, and other agencies
Compile, draft, format, and edit documents related to Federal agency rulemakings
Synthesize information from rulemaking documents, literature, and technical reports
Analyze and summarize public comments on proposed rules
Attend intra-agency meetings and working groups
Support document clearance processes
Assess costs and benefits of proposed regulations
Draft reports, manuals, guidance, and regulatory language
Rapidly immerse oneself in varied projects for multiple clients
Provide technical and administrative support to clients as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in engineering, environmental science, environmental policy, natural or physical science, public policy, government, or related subjects
Bachelor's degree plus at least 2 years relevant experience will be accepted
U.S. Citizenship is required per Federal contracts
Ability to obtain and maintain a moderate-level government security clearance
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communications skills
Problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to prioritize assignments and exercise time management across multiple tasks under strict deadlines
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), MS Teams and SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat
Academic or work experience in policy research and analysis
Demonstrated experience with technical writing and editing
Regulatory research skills
Understanding of the Federal rulemaking process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs
Confidential accommodation support throughout the application and employment process