Clerical Assistant 2; BDL); Department of Transportation

Position: Clerical Assistant 2 (BDL) (Department of Transportation Employees Only)
THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation is looking for a Clerical Assistant 2 who enjoys staying organized and helping others succeed. In this position, you support mail processing, document handling, and daily office tasks that keep operations on track. Your attention to detail helps ensure accuracy and timely service. Build a meaningful career with a team committed to public service.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps manage the flow of documents, mail, and information that support daily operations within the Department of Transportation. The work ensures smooth communication, accurate processing, and efficient service to internal customers.

As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Mail Processing:
  Receive, sort, batch, and deliver incoming and outgoing mail for multiple work units
• Document Handling:
  Organize court documents, errors, and conviction notices while maintaining proper filing order
• System Use:
  Use the IMS mainframe to locate and print required records and identify document types
• Equipment Care:
  Clean, maintain, and monitor office equipment and report problems promptly
• Record Organization:
  Maintain batches of documents, track date order, and ensure correct disposal when completed
• Customer Support:
  Follow service policies, handle tasks efficiently, and assist coworkers with daily needs

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday-Friday, with a 1-hour 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.

Organization or Location Restrictions:

• This posting is restricted to PA Department of Transportation employees only.

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job); or
• Graduation from high school; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding. If no applicable union‑covered bidders apply, other applicants will be considered.

• Seniority rights apply for:
  Clerical Assistant 1
• Seniority/Promotion Unit: PC0

Permanent full‑time Clerical Assistant 2s can be considered for lateral transfer.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name‑Based Criminal History Check prior to employment.

Veterans:

• 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.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

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

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.