Administrative Assistant - Pymatuning State Park

Position Overview

The Administrative Assistant 1 position with the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources supports park operations at Pymatuning State Park. The role helps keep daily activities running smoothly while interacting with staff and visitors.

• Administrative Support:
  Handle clerical tasks that keep office operations organized.
• Public Interaction:
  Assist visitors and callers by providing information and directing inquiries.
• Fiscal Processing:
  Manage purchasing documents, monitor expenditures, and maintain financial records.
• Record Management:
  Maintain files, prepare correspondence, and ensure documents are accurate.
• Operational Coordination:
  Support park staff by tracking schedules, equipment use, and office resources.
• Data Entry:
  Update computer systems with information related to permits, reports, and park activities.

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday‑Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework:
  Not available.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• Further communication regarding this position will be sent via email; check your inbox and spam folders.

• Graduation from a four‑year college or university or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

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

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; information supporting eligibility must be provided on the application.
• If claiming education, attach a copy of your college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Application must be submitted by the posting closing date; late applications will not be accepted.
• Failure to meet application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience; use of AI for misrepresentation is prohibited.

• PA law provides preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs.

• 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.

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

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. 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 category protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application and supplemental questions serves as the exam for this position; no additional test is required.
• Scores are based on detailed information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
• Scores are valid only for this posting.
• You must provide complete and accurate information; otherwise, your score may be lower and you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Results will be provided via email.