Clerical Assistant ; LIHEAP - Centre County Assistance Office

Overview

The Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Department of Human Services' Centre County Assistance Office supports a busy office by keeping information organized and accurate. Your work helps clients receive services efficiently and ensures the office runs smoothly.

Salary: $18.83 - $27.69 per hour.
Full‑time seasonal, 37.5 hours per week
. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with a 1‑hour lunch. The position typically runs 6–8 months during the fall and winter seasons.

Location:

Centre County, PA – Office of Income Maintenance, Centre County Assistance Office, 2580 Park Center Blvd, State College, PA 16801.

• Scanning and imaging: scan documents and maintain accurate electronic images.
• Data entry: enter information into automated systems with accuracy.
• Inquiry support: access automated systems to obtain needed information.
• Record filing: organize, file, and purge records according to required schedules.
• Visitor reception: greet visitors, record information, and direct them appropriately.
• Information distribution: review, sort, and distribute materials to the correct staff.

• Controlled office environment; possible reassignment to other work sites in counties with District Offices.
• May be eligible for part‑time telework. Telework requires a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and an approved Pennsylvania location.
• Salary for new hires in the Commonwealth: $36,108 annual before taxes.

• Minimum six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth or equivalent federal title) or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• High school graduation.
• PA residency requirement must be met. Candidates who live within Centre County receive hiring preference; other counties may be considered if no eligible Centre County applicants apply.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Conditional offer requires submission of criminal history reports and a background investigation.

• Resumes and cover letters are not reviewed. Eligibility must be demonstrated on the application with detailed experience/education.
• Applications must be submitted by the closing date; late applications are not accepted.
• Failure to comply with these requirements may eliminate the applicant from consideration.
• Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation only; misrepresentation or falsification is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
• Veterans receive employment preference per Pennsylvania law. Learn more .gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
• To receive accommodations due to a disability, discuss your request with the interviewer before the interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and 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.