Temporary Legislative Bills Processor

Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana Legislative Services Division is seeking a short-term clerical specialist to process bills during legislative sessions. The role involves entering and converting text on a PC, supporting codification, and handling standard clerical tasks.

Hours range around 6–8 per day, with potential overtime during peak periods. Training is in mid-December, with shifts starting January 4, 2027 and continuing through the legislative session.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs bills processing duties during a legislative session by processing bill drafts, engrossing and enrolling bills, and assisting with codification.
• Enters and converts text and numerical data on a personal computer using various computer software programs according to standard practice and Montana Legislative Services Division procedures.
• Compiles bill draft records if assigned.
• Assists in a variety of clerical work, including filing, printing, copying, and proofreading.

Skills

General English proficiency

Knowledge of state government

Keyboarding / data entry

Deadline-driven

Job description

Montana Legislative Services Division is seeking a short-term clerical specialist to process bills during legislative sessions. The role involves entering and converting text on a PC, supporting codification, and handling standard clerical tasks.

Hours range around 6–8 per day, with potential overtime during peak periods. Training is in mid-December, with shifts starting January 4, 2027 and continuing through the legislative session.