Assistant Enrolling Clerk

Summary

Assists with accurately recording all aspects of legislative business in the House, both in the minute book on the Floor and electronically. Assists in the proofing and publication of the House Journal. Assists in recording and taking signatures accurately on discharge petitions. Works in a small workstation in an office environment without an expectation of privacy, where noise levels are usually moderate.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to the Public

Duties

Assists in the processing, engrossing, and enrolling of all bills and resolutions that pass the House. Helps in the preparation of all bills, resolutions, amendments, and messages to the Senate. Helps prepare messages to accompany official documents notifying the Senate of House actions. Willingness to learn Text Pad, XMetaL, MicroComp WordPerfect and Word.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• USAJobs conditions of employment

Qualifications

Ability to perform the major duties described above. Thorough knowledge and understanding of House Rules, procedures, and parliamentary processes. Experience working in a team, possessing strong communication skills, excelling in an often fast-paced environment, and exercising discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of responsibilities. Must possess excellent proofreading abilities and be detail oriented. Willingness to work extended hours, including late nights and weekends, in an office environment, A Bachelor's degree in a related field, along with strong organizational and administrative skills are required. Must be competent in the operation of Office 365. Must be willing to learn or be familiar with Text Pad, XMetaL, MicroComp, and Word. Must have an analytical mind and be detail oriented.

Submit cover letter and resume to: Tim Regan, Office of Legislative Operations. (No phone calls please)

• Benefits
  
  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 windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.

• Benefits
  
  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 windowLearn 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
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  Resume
  
  
  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
  
  Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Office of the Clerk
  
  Phone
  
  202-225-7000
  
  Address
  
  Office of the Clerk
  
  HT13 The Capitol
  
  Washington, DC 20515
  
  Next steps
  
  Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Resume


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

Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.

Agency contact information

Office of the Clerk

Phone

202-225-7000

Address

Office of the Clerk

HT13 The Capitol

Washington, DC 20515

Next steps

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request