Clerical Assistant - Adams County Assistance Office

The Clerical Assistant 2 role at the Adams County Assistance Office offers the opportunity to help people every day. You will join a team that works hard to support community members who need important services. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys staying organized and helping others stay on track.

• Data Entry Support: Enter client information into computer systems and update records accurately.
• Client Assistance: Greet visitors, answer phones, and guide individuals to the correct staff member.
• Office Operations: Operate office equipment and help maintain supplies and work areas.
• Record Management: File documents, organize records, and prepare materials for shredding when needed.
• Mail Processing: Open, sort, and distribute mail to the proper staff members.

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours:
  
  8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 1‑hour lunch.
• Telework: This position may be eligible for part‑time telework. Telework details will be discussed during the interview and a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and approved location in Pennsylvania are required.
• Salary: Starting salary of $36,831 (before taxes) for new to employment within Pennsylvania.

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (or equivalent federal job title).
• Graduation from high school.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Preference given to candidates residing within Adams County; otherwise candidates from other counties may be considered.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Veteran preference:
  Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.
• Pass a background investigation.

Trs service number 711 is available for individuals with hearing or speech disabilities.

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.

If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.