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Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Summary
Acts as legal advisor to the Clerk of the House specializing in legal matters, administration, procedures, policy and planning matters affecting the Office of the Clerk.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Open to the Public
Duties
Acts as legal advisor to the Clerk of the House specializing in legal matters, administration, procedures, policy and planning matters affecting the Office of the Clerk. Provides expert counsel on a variety of highly complex policy and organizational matters, while researching, writing and preparing documents for the office. Responsible for writing congressional testimony, to be submitted before various Committees, while serving as liaison to the Capitol Preservation Commission on behalf of the Clerk of the House. Partners with staff of House and Senate Officers on issues of shared responsibility.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant and professional manner. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Knowledge of office policies, practices and procedures as well as current laws and requirements relating to the Office of the Clerk. Must have proven legal research, strong organizational, written and oral communication skills. Must have prior Congressional experience and the ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain poise and courtesy in dealing with Members and staff. Must have a law degree and be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state. Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative laws. Minimum of five years of practical legal legislative experience. Must have strong academic credentials, good legal research, writing, and excellent communication skills. Must have an analytical mind and be detail oriented. This position is identified as a Test Designated Position and is subject to random drug testing. This position also requires a Security Clearance; therefore, your ability to secure and maintain such a Clearance is a continued condition of employment.
No phone calls please. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to: Cheryl H. Muller, Chief Human Resources Officer (resumes-iohr@mail.house.gov).
Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will; this position has been determined to be Exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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
H154 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.
Acts as legal advisor to the Clerk of the House specializing in legal matters, administration, procedures, policy and planning matters affecting the Office of the Clerk.
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
Acts as legal advisor to the Clerk of the House specializing in legal matters, administration, procedures, policy and planning matters affecting the Office of the Clerk. Provides expert counsel on a variety of highly complex policy and organizational matters, while researching, writing and preparing documents for the office. Responsible for writing congressional testimony, to be submitted before various Committees, while serving as liaison to the Capitol Preservation Commission on behalf of the Clerk of the House. Partners with staff of House and Senate Officers on issues of shared responsibility.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- USAJobs conditions of employment
Qualifications
Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant and professional manner. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Knowledge of office policies, practices and procedures as well as current laws and requirements relating to the Office of the Clerk. Must have proven legal research, strong organizational, written and oral communication skills. Must have prior Congressional experience and the ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain poise and courtesy in dealing with Members and staff. Must have a law degree and be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state. Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative laws. Minimum of five years of practical legal legislative experience. Must have strong academic credentials, good legal research, writing, and excellent communication skills. Must have an analytical mind and be detail oriented. This position is identified as a Test Designated Position and is subject to random drug testing. This position also requires a Security Clearance; therefore, your ability to secure and maintain such a Clearance is a continued condition of employment.
No phone calls please. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to: Cheryl H. Muller, Chief Human Resources Officer (resumes-iohr@mail.house.gov).
Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will; this position has been determined to be Exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
- 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.
- 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
H154 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
H154 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