Official Reporter of Debates

Senate

Washington, District of Columbia$116,378 - $180,389Full-timePosted 7h ago

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Summary

The Secretary of the Senate's Official Reporters of Debates is seeking an Official Reporter of Debates. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/YO0NL.

Duties

NATURE OF WORK This is specialized, professional stenographic work reporting and editing the oral proceedings of the Senate and incorporating proper parliamentary language for publication in the Congressional Record (the Record). Work includes taking verbatim record of daily Senate oral proceedings and editing information for grammatical and technical errors to ensure accuracy of the Record. Work is bound by Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook; and the Senate Ethics Manual, but requires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments.

Qualifications and evaluation

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.

Education

See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.

How to apply

https://sen.gov/YO0NL All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.

Required documents

Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Veterans' Preference Application, if applicable

Additional information

The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email resumes@sec.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

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