RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: 

• Perform bibliographical data review for the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) department and enter data in USPTO system according to procedures. 
• Operate Madras system to capture required information from application images for entry into Pre-exam, international bib data web as well as POWER systems (must operate this systems simultaneously). 
• Use USPTO procedures to mail out national/international applications using the above mentioned systems.
• Quality review all work to ensure that applications are mailed out on the same date that they are processed.
• Work must be performed with high accuracy. 
• Provide production, backlog, and error status reports as required. 
• Follow established safety, fire and health regulations. 
• May be assigned to other areas as necessary to reduce backlog, assist with increased workload or special projects. 
• Required to refer Government representatives and inspectors to a more senior level worker in order to resolve questions or problems. 
• Must be courteous and respectful to others; will be responsible for keeping work areas neat and clean. 
• Backup night shift Customer Service Window (CSW) as needed.

 WORK HOURS: 6:00/7:00 am to 2:30/3:30pm or 3:30pm-12:00am as needed 

MANDATORY:

• One year clerical/administrative experience.
• Experience using MS Windows operating environment and performing data entry.
• Accurate typing skills. 
• High school diploma. 
• English speaking, reading and excellent written English comprehension. 
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Attention to detail at all times. 

DESIRABLE:

• Two years clerical experience and/or working with legal documents.
• Associates degree. 
• Above average proficiency in using a personal computer and various software applications. 
• One year experience in USPTO operations.

OTHER CRITERIA: 

• A quantity and quality production standard applies to the position.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision. 
• Twelve week or longer training period provided.
• Position requires a background investigation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Manual dexterity is required for standing, stooping, sitting (on chairs & floor when necessary), reaching, climbing, and lifting (up to 15 lbs.) on a daily basis. Eyesight must be correctable to 20/30 in each eye.
• Work in an office environment.

DTSV is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.