HR Liaison; Administrative Officer

Administrative Officer 1 – Department of Environmental Protection

Are you eager to elevate your career in the professional realm? The Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for a detail-oriented administrative professional to fill the role of Administrative Officer 1 within our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise and insights while enhancing your management capabilities. By joining us, you will not only contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives but also gain invaluable experience that will propel your career forward.

Embrace this chance to make a significant impact while advancing your professional journey!

This role is a key professional position that reports directly to the office of the Regional Business Manager. The individual in this position is tasked with executing various responsibilities and performing essential functions related to the administrative support of a regional environmental protection field office. Acting as the primary liaison for the Bureau of Human Resources, the incumbent addresses all personnel management and administrative issues concerning the staff in the Southeast Region.

Additionally, this role includes providing both technical and administrative oversight to a Clerical Supervisor 2, who is responsible for delivering clerical assistance to the Regional Director’s Office and the Air Quality Program. The incumbent also serves as the reviewing officer for the Clerical Supervisor’s team, which includes a Clerical Assistant 2 in the Human Resources unit tasked with timekeeping and various personnel administrative and clerical duties, both during telework and in‑office visits, as well as overseeing the front desk receptionist, also a Clerical Assistant 2.

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

• Full‑time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday‑Friday, with a 60‑minute lunch break.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home part‑time up to two days per week. To telework, 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 Norristown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and a bachelor’s degree;
  or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• 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 other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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