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# IP Docketing Specialist

- **Company:** Harness Inc.
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Document Management Systems, Microsoft Office, Software Systems, Search (Computer Science)
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/e71d6706-52be-46fe-8c86-b95bb4613a84/ip-docketing-specialist

## About the Role

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software, and the ability to effectively utilize various databases and applications like CPI, the Firm's document management system, Outlook, Internet searching capabilities, among others.
 * Ability to effectively learn and properly utilize software systems and follow necessary processes.
 * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and keep pace with the workload, while exhibiting a strong attention to detail.
 * Independently troubleshoot and professionally interact with others, as necessary, and exceptional customer service skills.
 * Exceptional oral and written communication skills, which includes offering to help and asking for help.
 * Ability to demonstrate good judgment, effectively prioritize tasks, and manage duties responsibly.
 * Ability to perform efficiently, maintain high quality and quantity of work, and adapt to changes effectively.
 * Consistently maintain good attendance, reliability, and ability to work overtime, if needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

 * Some college, related education, or related training beyond a High School Diploma
 * At least two years of related experience

## Description

Summary: Efficiently process incoming files and communications from various patent offices and foreign associates, interpreting data accurately, to ensure timely filing of documents and transactions handled by the Firm., * Properly sort, and track source data and identify and interpret data to be entered into CMI.

 * Docketing of U.S. and foreign correspondence. Accurately and efficiently identify correspondence in CPI; docket applicable action due dates; update information in CPI as needed; properly route correspondence; and have correspondence verified.
 * Process and docket emails from Docketing email boxes.
 * Correspond with CPI and Foreign agents where there are data discrepancies, questions on country law, etc.
 * Process CMI requests, including opening CPI records for U.S., foreign patents and trademarks and general matters.
 * Provide docket reports and process intake files, as needed, keeping pace with workload.
 * Additional tasks and functions, as needed.