Vermont General Assembly - Session-Only Clerk Associate

State of Vermont • Calais, VT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The House Clerk’s Office is a nonpartisan office that provides parliamentary services to the House, House members, and committees, regardless of party or political affiliation. The Clerk Associate holds a challenging, interesting, and important role at the heart of representative government and is part of a small team responsible for assisting the House in performing its constitutional function. The starting wage is $23.00 per hour, with potential for an initial offer adjustment based on applicable qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, seasonal position without health benefits, located in Montpelier, VT. This role will start in November/December 2026, with an anticipated end date of mid-May 2027.

Requirements

• Associate degree.
• 3+ years of work experience in a professional environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to learn and work in different computer databases.
• Ability to work in a nonpartisan manner.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with proven proofreading capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail in accurately entering and reviewing data.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, including a willingness to interface with all legislators, staff, and members of the public.
• Ability to take on tasks unilaterally in support of the Office.

Nice To Haves

• Intricate knowledge of legislative procedure.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working in a legislative office or other government agency.

Responsibilities

• Provides general administrative assistance to the Office, including document editing, filing, and tracking.
• Serves as an Office point of contact for House members and members of the public.
• Assists the House in performing its constitutional function.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree