Public Information Specialist Job in Washington DC, DC

Vacancy No. req3715 Department House of Representatives
Salary $72,982.00 to $72,982.00 Grade 6 to 6
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 4/29/2025 Close Date 5/16/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington DC, DC


Summary

Candidate will assist in the production, circulation and dissemination of public documents and information, assist Congressional staff with various research and reference services, and be responsible for quickly ascertaining, interpreting, and communicating the status of legislation in response to inquiries made by congressional staff and the public.

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Duties

Candidate will assist in the production, circulation and dissemination of public documents and information, assist Congressional staff with various research and reference services, and be responsible for quickly ascertaining, interpreting, and communicating the status of legislation in response to inquiries made by congressional staff and the public.  Incumbent must perform data entry and master legislative information database systems. Candidate must possess the ability to utilize computerized and non-computerized resources for the maintenance, research, and retrieval of public disclosure information. Candidate must perform duties in a small workstation in an office environment without an expectation of privacy where noise levels are moderate.  

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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Qualifications

Candidate must possess the temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner and the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the fulfillment of responsibilities. Exceptional communications skills are required for high volume telephone and computer usage. Candidate must possess superior organizational and administrative skills along with the ability to quickly research, retrieve and provide accurate information within a limited time frame. Thorough knowledge of legislative research tools, information resources, House procedures, and the legislative process is required. A college degree is preferred.  Candidate must be physically capable of lifting and transporting boxes and documents. Candidate must be competent in the operation of a personal computer and be detailed and task oriented. 

No phone calls please. Interested individuals should email a cover letter and resume to: resumes-lrc@mail.house.gov. Attn. Mr. Argus Bacskocky, Legislative Resource Center. Subject Line: Public Information Specialist

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.

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.

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
B81 Cannon HOB
Washington, DC 20515

Next steps

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.


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