Reading Clerk

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Reading Clerk

Salary

$200.00 Daily

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

MCA09162024

Department

Legislative Council

Opening Date

09/16/2024

Closing Date

10/4/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

200 E. Colfax Denver, CO 80203

Hiring Pay Rate

$200 per day

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Ryan Breitweiser, at ryan.breitweiser@coleg.gov

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

• Description

• Benefits

Department Information

This position is non-classified and seasonal. Do not use online application submission options to apply for this position. Instead, please refer to the Supplemental Information section of this announcement for application instructions. This position is employed by the Colorado Senate. Legislative Council facilitates the posting of the position, but is not the employing department.

The Colorado State Senate is seeking qualified applicants for seasonal employment during the upcoming legislative session, which runs for four months from January 8 through May 7, 2025. This position is seasonal and works well for those who are retired or want to have their summers and autumns free. It is a great opportunity to learn new skills, observe the legislative process, and make extra money while receiving health, vision, and dental insurance if needed. A more comprehensive list of the benefits package is listed below.

Salaries start at $200 per day.

During the legislative session this position works a full-time, five days per week schedule. This job requires the ability to work in a nonpartisan manner in a partisan environment. Senate employees may be required to work beyond typical office hours with little advance notice. On rare occasions, work on weekends may be required. Punctuality, attendance, professionalism, and attention to detail are essential.

Successful employees are asked to return on a recurring basis each year and have the opportunity to maintain benefits year-round. Session-only employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package for the duration of their employment which includes Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) plans; health, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; short term disability; optional FSA and HSA accounts; paid holidays and paid time off during Senate closures due to inclement weather; a monthly RTD pass; and paid parking.

Description of Job

• Conduct morning roll call for the Senate;

• Read all official communications into the record during sessions of the Senate, including bills, reports, and associated legislative documents;

• Quickly and accurately record votes and other items of business as they are dispensed with by the Senate using the electronic vote recording system;

• Keep track of speaking time limitations during floor work;

• Proof daily Senate calendar and journal;

• Provide customer service to legislators and staff; and

• Other duties as assigned by the Secretary.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights: While previous legislative or government experience is not required for job consideration, an interest in, or knowledge of, the legislative process is a benefit.

• The Reading Clerk must have a clear voice that carries well over the sound system, must be professional while reading, must read distinctly and rapidly, and be comfortable with public speaking;

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills;

• Must be a self-starter and remain calm under pressure;

• Have the ability to work closely and cooperate with teammates and legislators; and

• Must have fast and accurate computer skills.

This position is highly visible and interactive with the Senate during all facets of legislative floor work. A successful candidate will maintain a calm and professional demeanor under fast-paced stressful situations.

Performance of this job position frequently requires standing for long periods of time.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must submit a cover letter expressing interest and a resume via email, addressed to Ryan Breitweiser, at ryan.breitweiser@coleg.gov. Please include in the subject line the title of the position for which you are applying and submit three (3) professional references along with your cover letter and resume.

Cover letters and resumesmust be received by 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Friday, October 4, 2024, to receive consideration for the position.

The Colorado State Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity and employment decisions will be based upon job?related factors.

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