Human Resource Assistant

Job Details

• Job Number: CS-
• Salary: $40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually
• Location:
  
  Somerset County, PA
• Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
• Job Code: 05620
• Position Number:
• Union Status:
  Non Union
• Bargaining Unit: A3
• Pay Group: ST04
• Department:
  Executive Offices
• Division: EX OA HROO CR Fl Off 04
• Opening Date: 06/24/2026
• Closing Date: 7/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Human Resource (HR) Assistant 1 for the Department of Corrections;
Field Human Resource Office Region 4, located at SCI Somerset. This role offers expertise in HR tasks that keep daily operations on track.

• FMLA Coordination: Submit FMLA requests, forward documentation, and apply policy knowledge to answer questions and ensure proper leave entry in SAP.
• Modified Duty Support: Arrange modified duty assignments for employees as needed.
• Labor Relations Tasks: Receive and log grievances, prepare files, track information requests, and draft responses for review.
• Position Description Oversight: Maintain tracking systems for PD accuracy, provide guidance on OLPD use, and recommend updates.
• Personnel File Management: Maintain OPFs and e-OPFs, upload required documents, and verify and certify records in SAP.

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours:
  
  8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch break.
• Telework: May work from home part‑time; up to one day per week after a 6‑month probationary period, with approved high‑speed internet and PA location. Telework option may change.
• Salary: Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
• Further communication will be via email; check spam/junk folders.

• Minimum one year of clerical or comparable experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Eligibility evidence must be entered on the application.
• College transcripts are required if claiming education.
• Applications must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and missing materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply may eliminate from consideration.
• AI tools may be used for preparation only; misrepresentation is not permitted.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.

• Contact 711 for hearing or speech disabilities.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam.
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• Your score must be complete and accurate; otherwise may be lower or result in disqualification.
• You may apply/test only once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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.

Contact Name:
Brittany Bradford
Email: bbradford