Bills Processing Clerk (Temporary — Legislative Sessions)

State of Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Montana Legislative Services Division is hiring for a short-term position that supports bills processing during legislative sessions. The role involves entering and converting text on a computer, assisting with codification, and providing general clerical support.

The team emphasizes nonpartisan, independent services for the Legislature. The ideal candidate will have strong English grammar, basic knowledge of state government, and the ability to learn word processing software, maintain

Qualifications

• General knowledge of English grammar, spelling, composition, word usage, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of state government and the legislative process; Montana bill process preferred.
• Ability to learn and use word processing software and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Process bill drafts, engrossing and enrolling bills during legislative sessions; assist with codification.
• Enter and convert text and numerical data on a PC using standard software.
• Compile bill draft records and perform clerical tasks (filing, printing, copying, proofreading).

Skills

Standard English grammar & punctuation

State government knowledge

Word processing software proficiency

Time management & meeting deadlines

Neutrality & impartiality

Communication with legislators/public

Education

High school diploma with government/reception/keyboarding experience preferred

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

The Montana Legislative Services Division is hiring for a short-term position that supports bills processing during legislative sessions. The role involves entering and converting text on a computer, assisting with codification, and providing general clerical support.

The team emphasizes nonpartisan, independent services for the Legislature. The ideal candidate will have strong English grammar, basic knowledge of state government, and the ability to learn word processing software, maintain