Senate Session Amending Clerk

State of Utah Office of the Governor•Salt Lake City, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Senate is seeking to fill a flexible part-time Amending Clerk position. This is a nonpartisan, seasonal position. Individuals hired for this position will serve during the Legislature’s annual general session from January 18 to March 5. This position will work daily during Senate sessions and may require extended hours the last two weeks of the session. Business professional dress is required, including a tie and sports coat or suit jacket for men.

Requirements

Punctuality, dependability, and nonpartisanship is a MUST for this position
Ability to deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
Familiarity with an office environment
Ability to use Microsoft Office products and other legislative software
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work under pressure and time constraints, and maintain an organized work area
Exhibit good work ethics and integrity

Nice To Haves

Diplomacy in a professional environment

Responsibilities

Following the Secretary of the Senate’s direction and instruction
Ensuring that amendments are properly incorporated into legislation by comparing digital versions of amendments with original versions
Using specialized legislative software to complete incorporation of amendments
Working with drafting attorneys to address issues with amendments
Maintaining and filing official versions of legislation and amendments
Preparing official transmittal letters for each piece of legislation to be sent to the House of Representatives and ensuring the prompt delivery and receipt of transmitted legislation
Other duties as assigned