Clerical Assistant - Lancaster County Assistance Office

THE POSITION

Are you searching for a rewarding career in public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live in your community? If you do, a Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Department of Human Services might be perfect for you! Apply today to join our dedicated team of professionals!

As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform a wide-range of clerical duties to support staff in providing quality services to the citizens of Pennsylvania. You will engage in a variety of clerical and general office duties by following office procedures and using relevant systems. Clerical Assistant 2s interact with the general public in a courteous and professional manner both in person and via telephone.

You will utilize basic computer skills to perform various office functions including data entry, customer service, scanning, imaging, filing, answering phones, and processing mail and voice mail. Job duties are carried out under the general supervision of a Clerical Supervisor.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a 1-hour lunch.
• Travel and overtime as needed.
• Telework:
  This position may be eligible to telework part time. Specific details of the telework schedule will be discussed during the interview process. You must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Lancaster, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• Salary:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting salary of $36,108 (before taxes).
• DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and shift selection in addition to a great work environment.
• Work
  
  Conditions:
  
  Assigned duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Graduation from high school; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirements. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Lancaster County. If no eligible candidates who live within Lancaster County apply, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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