Official Reporter

US House of Representatives
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2024

Duties

Responsible for verbatim reporting of congressional proceedings, floor activities, meetings, hearings, markups, and caucus meetings; responsible for the general understanding of legislative and parliamentary nuances related to the Congressional Record; produce transcripts in a timely fashion while maintaining the highest degree of confidentiality of secret and top-secret documents.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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Qualifications

Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner. Ability to perform the major duties described above. Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of responsibilities. Knowledge of office policies, practices, and procedures. Strong organizational skills required. Extensive knowledge and experience in reporting and ability to report multi-voice hearings on various subject matters at very high speeds. Expert knowledge of English spelling and vocabulary and the Rules and procedures of the House. A National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) proficiency certification or similar certification from any State or jurisdiction is strongly preferred. National Security Clearance is required. This position is identified as a Test Designated Position and is subject to random drug testing. Must have familiarity with the congressional legislative process, have an analytical mind, and be detail oriented.

No phone calls please. Interested candidates may either send a cover letter and resume to: Damien Jackson, Office of Official Reporters (damien.jackson@mail.house.gov), Subject Line: Official Reporter OR upload a cover letter and resume through the portal after clicking Apply Now.

  • 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

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    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
    B86 Cannon HOB
    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.

    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
    • Reasonable accommodation policy
    • Financial suitability
    • Selective Service
    • New employee probationary period
    • Signature and false statements
    • Privacy Act
    • 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.


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