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Eric Bursch
Director, Congressional, Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs at Office of Personnel Management
Eric Bursch is the Director of Congressional, Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs (CLIA) at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) under the Biden-Harris Administration.13 Here are some key details about his background and role:
Professional Experience
Eric Bursch has an extensive background in government and legislative affairs:
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He was promoted to his current role as Director of CLIA at OPM after previously serving as Deputy Director of CLIA.2
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Before joining OPM, Bursch spent over a decade working on Capitol Hill in various positions.12
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For seven years, he served as Staff Director for the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee that oversees the federal workforce. He worked under Senator Heidi Heitkamp (ND) and later Senator Kyrsten Sinema (AZ).12
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Earlier in his career, Bursch worked for Representative Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (SD) as both a congressional caseworker in her state office and as a Legislative Assistant in Washington, D.C..2
Education and Early Career
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Eric Bursch earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Chico State University in California.4
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Prior to entering public service, he worked as a sports reporter and editor at four newspapers in Nebraska and South Dakota.4
Current Role at OPM
As Director of CLIA at OPM, Bursch likely plays a key role in:
- Managing OPM's relationships with Congress
- Overseeing legislative affairs related to federal workforce policies
- Coordinating intergovernmental affairs between OPM and other government entities
His extensive experience on Capitol Hill, particularly in areas overseeing the federal workforce, makes him well-suited for this position at the agency responsible for managing human resources for the federal government's civilian employees.
