U.S. House of Representatives, Office of the Clerk, Office of the House Historian
Historical Publications Specialist
Institution Type: | Government |
Location: | District of Columbia, United States |
Position: | Other Professional |
Description: Assists the office’s oral history program, including but not limited to administering, researching, conducting, and processing interviews. Responsible for researching, writing, developing, and maintaining the official historical publications of the House of Representatives. Conducts research and prepares information for publication in print and digital formats. Creates various documents and research information as directed. Assists in the compilation and distribution of historical information, materials, and oral history interviews. Provides research and other assistance on various special projects assigned to the Office of the Historian.
Minimum Requirements: Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner. Strong writing and proven research skills are essential, as is the ability to edit and proofread documents. Familiarity with HTML/SGML, ProQuest, and Lexis/Nexis coupled with experience utilizing Web sites and LIST/SERVS is required. A Master’s degree or higher in history, political science, public history, or related experience is preferred. Ability to work in a team-oriented work environment is required. Must be competent in the operation of IBM-PC compatibles, detail-oriented, and able to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Contact: |
No telephone call please. Interested individuals should email, fax or mail a cover letter, resume, and three to five page writing sample to: Ms. Erin Hromada Office of the Clerk Office of the Historian Staff 5150 O’Neill Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20515 Fax: (202) 226-4635 Historian-Resumes@mail.house.gov
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Website: | http://history.house.gov |
Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Oral History Political History / Studies Political Science |
Posting Date: | 07/17/2015 |
Closing Date | 08/07/2015 |