Office Administrator Job at U.S. House of Representatives, Reading, PA

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  • U.S. House of Representatives
  • Reading, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Organization

U.S. House of Representatives, District Office (Democrat)

Position Title

Office Administrator

Position Type

Part-time

Position Location

Reading, PA

Must already be within a commutable distance OR open to relocating without assistance.

Position Description

The Office of U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan, PA-06 is seeking a customer service-oriented, highly organized individual to serve as an Office Administrator in our satellite office in Reading, Pennsylvania.

This is a part-time position and fully in-person Wednesday through Friday, 9:00am-3:30pm, and ideally will begin on September 17, 2025.

As the Office Administrator for a Congressional district office, you will respond to constituent requests for assistance – from individuals, businesses, and nonprofits – and resolve issues through inquiries, facilitation, and problem solving. You will manage the administrative functions of the office by coordinating with the Office Administrator/Staff Assistants in our Washington DC and West Chester, PA offices on the following responsibilities: documenting correspondence, answering constituent inquiries, compiling reports, and maintaining the reception area for walk-in visitors and scheduled meetings. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Facilitate office internship program including hiring, training, and delegation of tasks to college student interns

• Process commendation requests

• Organize and deliver various weekly and monthly reports

• Maintain office inventory

• Assist district staff and interns as needed with various projects and public events

You will serve as a critical part of a close-knit organization. Our team members are proud to have an enthusiastic interest in public service, superior attention to detail and logistics, and are motivated to empathetically serve our community. Excellent written and oral

communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. Previous office administration experience is necessary and Spanish language skills are strongly preferred. Successful candidates must have good judgment and maturity along with an optimistic attitude. A keen interest in civics, current events, and public service are vital.

Starting salary is $32,500 annually. Medical benefits, savings and investment planning, tuition loan reimbursement, and 10 days paid leave are available as benefits for this part-time staff position. Our office is closed on federal holidays. Additionally, as Rep. Houlahan believes in actively giving back to our community, this part-time position is allocated 2.5 additional days of paid leave for volunteer work.

Our award-winning Reading office is in the heart of the fourth largest city in Pennsylvania and serves a dynamic and diverse population. You must have your own reliable vehicle for this position. A designated parking space on the property is provided for members of our

team.

No walk-ins, please.

THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.

Salary Level/Range

$32,500

How to Apply

The referral portal will close either on Thursday, August 21st or upon receipt of 100 applications, whichever comes first.

Employment Eligibility

The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. All travel-related expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant, to include any relocation expenses. Employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. A qualified applicant must meet one of the following residency requirements within the continental United States for eligibility for a paid position with the U.S. House of Representatives:

  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B)
  • Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible
  • Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law)

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Internship, Work at office, Relocation,

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