$4,000.00

Per Month (Will discuss with applicant)

Position range in Travis County $2,940.00

•$4,255.00 Per Month Journal Production Proofreader (Session Position only

•one office position)

TEXAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Occupation:

Proofreaders and Copy Markers

Location:

Austin, TX

•78701

Job Type:

Temporary, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

10/07/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

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Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

10/10/2026

Expires:

11/30/2026

Job #: 17078619

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

Bachelor's Degree Experience

24 Month(s) Age

18 and up Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Temporary Duration

Permanent Employment Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for .

JOURNAL PRODUCTION PROOFREADER

(SESSION ONLY-one office position)

SUMMARY:

Performs moderately complex proofreading work. Supports the Journal Clerk's office of the Texas House of Representatives in the production of the House Journal, the official record of the formal house proceedings. All work performed under the direct supervision of the House Journal Clerk Department manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Proofreads typed journal manuscripts for grammar, accuracy, and format consistency.

Performs related projects and duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in English, journalism, or a related area of study. Must have experience in proofreading or editing. Should have experience in general office practices and procedures. Some legislative experience is preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Extensive knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and spelling. Skill in proofreading for grammar, spelling, accuracy, and format consistency. Skill in interpreting and working from edited copy. Ability to work effectively on a team for long periods. Ability to become familiar with specialized formats used in producing the journal. Ability to work extended hours and under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to adapt to the changing workload and demands of a legislative schedule. Position is full-time with state employee benefits and requires the ability to work flexible and considerable extended hours, including weekends. Must adhere to department dress code and demonstrate the ability to follow all policies and procedures as set forth in the House Personnel Manual of Policies and Procedures.

GENERAL SALARY INFORMATION

SALARY:

$4,000.00 per month

OPENING DATE

October 1, 2026 Job commitment until the end of the Regular Session

CLOSING DATE

Until Filled

APPLY TO

Texas House of Representatives

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Journal Clerk Office (512) 463-0855 To be considered an applicant for this position, you must complete a Texas House of Representatives application.

Applications may be found at:

https://house.texas.gov/resources/employment/. Employment application and resume may be mailed to: Texas House of Representatives Payroll/Personnel PO Box 2910 Austin, Texas 78768 Employment application and resume may be emailed to: house.personnel@house.texas.gov

Please Note:

Only applicants scheduled for an interview will be contacted. The Texas House of Representatives is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require reasonable accommodations during the application process, please call (512) 463-0865.