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The House Office of the Legislative Counsel (HOLC) transforms the policy goals of Members and committees of the House into clear, concise, and legally effective legislative language to help ensure that the legislation introduced and debated in Congress, and the enacted laws of the United States, clearly express congressional intent. HOLC carries out this mission by providing expert legislative drafting services and related legal services on a non-partisan, impartial, and confidential basis.
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The House Office of the Legislative Counsel (HOLC) transforms the policy goals of Members and committees of the House into clear, concise, and legally effective legislative language to help ensure that the legislation introduced and debated in Congress, and the enacted laws of the United States, clearly express congressional intent. HOLC carries out this mission by providing expert legislative drafting services and related legal services on a non-partisan, impartial, and confidential basis.
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2 vacancies in the following location:
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Telework eligible No Relocation expenses reimbursed NoRelocation Description Salary $100,274.40 - $100,274.40 per year Pay scale & grade
HS 8
Promotion potential 8
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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required - Not required.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required
Announcement number req5643 Control number 889711000
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Office Description:
The Office of the Legislative Counsel of the U.S. House of Representatives (HOLC) transforms the policy goals of Members and committees of the House into clear, concise, and legally effective legislative language to help ensure that the legislation introduced and debated in Congress, and the enacted laws of the United States, clearly express congressional intent. HOLC carries out this mission by providing expert legislative drafting services and related legal services on a non-partisan, impartial, and confidential basis.
HOLC seeks to hire 2 attorneys starting in March 2027 and 3 attorneys starting in September 2027.
HOLC attorneys draft legislation and perform related legal functions on a nonpartisan basis in support of the Members and committees of the House of Representatives. HOLC attorneys address a broad spectrum of legal issues, including questions involving constitutional, statutory, and administrative law, and frequently provide legal analysis related to emerging and novel areas of Federal law. Attorneys in the office do not directly make policy but engage with policy for the purpose of making sure that legislation accurately reflects the policy of the committee or Member for whom it is being drafted. The duties of an HOLC attorney include the following:
HOLC attorneys perform these duties in response to the needs of the House, which sometimes requires working on short deadlines and working at night and on weekends.
A successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
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Qualifications
Qualifications:
An HOLC attorney must meet the following minimum qualifications:
To apply to either the attorney or summer associate position, please submit your resume, cover letter, a legal writing sample of no more than 10 pages, a copy of your law school transcript, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references. Either your cover letter or resume must indicate your citizenship.
The deadline to apply is October 27, 2026.
Supplemental Information
HOLC is an equal opportunity employer.
The Legislative Counsel, who is appointed by the Speaker of the House, appoints and fixes the compensation of the personnel of HOLC, subject to the approval of the Speaker. The starting salary for the attorney position is $100,274.40 annually. The House offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and life insurance, retirement benefits, transit benefits, and a student loan repayment program.
Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history record check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will.
Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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your resume, cover letter, a legal writing sample of no more than 10 pages, a copy of your law school transcript, and three references.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.
Agency contact information
HOLC Recruitment
Phone 202.225.8374 Address HOLC
441 2nd St
Washington, DC 20515
Next steps
Qualified Candidates will be contacted directly.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
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your resume, cover letter, a legal writing sample of no more than 10 pages, a copy of your law school transcript, and three references.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
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Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.
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Agency contact information
HOLC Recruitment
Phone 202.225.8374 Address HOLC
441 2nd St
Washington, DC 20515
Next steps
Qualified Candidates will be contacted directly.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
House of Representatives
Agency contact information
HOLC Recruitment
Phone 202.225.8374 Address HOLC
441 2nd St
Washington, DC 20515
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Summary
The House Office of the Legislative Counsel (HOLC) transforms the policy goals of Members and committees of the House into clear, concise, and legally effective legislative language to help ensure that the legislation introduced and debated in Congress, and the enacted laws of the United States, clearly express congressional intent. HOLC carries out this mission by providing expert legislative drafting services and related legal services on a non-partisan, impartial, and confidential basis.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC
2 vacancies
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Relocation expenses reimbursed NoRelocation Description Salary $100,274.40 - $100,274.40 per year Pay scale & grade
HS 8
Promotion potential 8
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required - Not required.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required
Announcement number req5643 Control number 889711000
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