Foreign Affairs Officer

This position is located in the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Oceans, Fisheries, and Polar Affairs, Office of Ocean and Polar Affairs (OES/O/OPA). This office is responsible for formulating and implementing U.S. policy on international issues concerning the ocean, the Arctic, and the Antarctic and leading U.S. global engagement to advance U.S. economic, security, and resource interests in ocean and polar affairs.

Serves as the Department's lead action officer and initial point of contact for all incoming actions regarding Antarctic Treaty inspections.

Participates in annual meetings of the Antarctic Treaty; supports U.S. priorities within the Antarctic Treaty System, ensuring that the Antarctic region remains reserved for peace and science.

Conducts research, analysis, and overseas site visits as needed to collect information on problems and possible solutions in policy and program implementation.

Advocates and defends Bureau policy initiatives in polar resource management; stays current on legislative and policy developments affecting the US Government's (USG) stance and reactions.

Provides informational consultations and orientations to colleagues and management officials in the Department and the interagency arena on the Antarctic Treaty structure, mechanisms, and processes.

See the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials, visit: www.naces.org/members.php.