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Editor (Scopist)
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: House of Representatives
- Department: Legislative Branch
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia
- Salary: $95995 – $95995/yr
- Hiring Path: Public
- Number of Openings: 1
- Security Clearance: Top Secret
- Date Posted: 2026-02-27
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-09
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Job Summary
Responsible for editing substantially verbatim transcripts prepared by Official Reporters to produce a precise and properly formatted record of House of Representatives proceedings. Requires an understanding of legislative and parliamentary terminology. Uses computer-aided transcription (CAT) software to meet strict deadlines while adhering to House policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
•Works cooperatively and courteously with colleagues and handles stress appropriately. •Edits files prepared by Official Reporters, ensuring accuracy, required formatting, and use of proper grammar, punctuation, and style consistent with House standards, OOR practices, and the GPO Style Manual. •Ensures the use of appropriate parliamentary language consistent with House rules and procedures to accurately reflect proceedings.
•Confirms names, quoted material, and terminology to ensure an accurate record. •Coordinates with Official Reporters and fellow editors to resolve inconsistencies, incorporate revisions, and maintain consistency. •Maintains working knowledge of House floor and committee operations, legislative and parliamentary terminology, and House procedures. •Meets daily production requirements, including editing a minimum of 125 pages per day.
•Incorporates supervisory feedback, meets attendance expectations, and adjusts work hours as required by House operations, including evenings and weekends, when necessary. •Provides professional, tactful service and supports additional OOR functions as needed.
Contact
202-225-7000
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with House of Representatives, Legislative Branch.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $95995 – $95995/yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-09.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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