Clerk

General Clerk

Location: Washington, DC- onsite 
Employment Type: Contract – 1 Year
Agency: DC Government Agency
$19-$20 hr.

Position Overview

A DC Government Agency is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented General Clerk for a one-year contract assignment. The successful candidate will perform routine clerical and administrative support duties in accordance with established procedures, policies, and instructions.

This position is well suited for an individual with prior clerical or administrative experience who is organized, reliable, comfortable performing repetitive tasks, and able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine clerical tasks by following clearly defined procedures and established work processes.
• File and maintain documents in chronological and/or other designated filing systems.
• Operate standard office equipment and perform basic office support functions.
• Review documents and information for completeness and proper organization.
• Select appropriate procedures from established guidelines, manuals, and instructions.
• Make simple adaptations or interpretations of established procedures when necessary.
• Perform clerical tasks that may vary in type or sequence depending on the assignment.
• Identify routine problems or issues and refer matters requiring additional guidance to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate care when handling agency records and information.
• Perform other related clerical duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Prior clerical, administrative, or general office experience required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to successfully complete and maintain any required government background investigation/security screening.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, established procedures, and agency guidelines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently.
• Basic proficiency with standard office equipment and computer applications.
• Professional communication skills and ability to work effectively in a government office environment.

Contract Details

• Contract Duration: 1 year
• Work Location: Washington, DC
• Employment Type: Contract
• Background Check: Required
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working within established procedures. The candidate should be able to independently perform routine assignments while recognizing situations that require additional guidance and appropriately referring those matters to others.

Our client has an amazing opportunity for professional growth!