Clerical Assistant 3

The Clerical Assistant 3 for the Department of Transportation in Westmoreland County plays a key role in keeping daily operations organized and efficient. This position offers the chance to support important payroll and attendance processes that help the county workforce function smoothly. You will work with employees, supervisors, and managers to solve problems and maintain accurate records. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys teamwork, responsibility, and a steady office environment.

This position centers on managing payroll, attendance, and leave information for staff across the county office. As a Clerical Assistant 3, you will perform the following duties:

• Timekeeping Support: Maintain accurate payroll and attendance records for county employees
• Issue Resolution: Research data and correct payroll errors by reviewing SAP screens and reports
• Employee Guidance: Provide direction to employees and timekeepers regarding pay rules and leave procedures
• Report Preparation: Prepare and review leave balances, payroll outputs, and quota reports
• Record Verification: Check work orders, production units, and coding for accuracy before submission
• FMLA Processing: Monitor Family Medical Leave Act entries and coordinate with appropriate offices

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices

• One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of moderately complex clerical experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

• This position requires keyboarding skills to meet standards for speed and accuracy

• You must be able to perform essential job functions

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) 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.

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

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.