Clerical Assistant - Cambria County Assistance Office

Overview

THE POSITION:
Are you searching for a rewarding career in public service? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of those who live in your community? A Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Department of Human Services may be perfect for you. Apply today to join our dedicated team of professionals!

You will perform a wide range of clerical duties to support staff in providing quality services to the citizens of Pennsylvania. You will engage in clerical and general office duties by following office procedures and using relevant systems. Clerical Assistants interact with the general public in a courteous and professional manner both in person and via telephone. You will utilize basic computer skills to perform various office functions including data entry, customer service, scanning, imaging, filing, answering phones, and processing mail and voicemail.

Job duties are carried out under the general supervision of a Clerical Supervisor. Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday with a 1-hour lunch.
• Travel and overtime as needed.
• Free parking at this facility.
• DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and shift selection in addition to a great work environment.
• Work
  
  Conditions:
  
  Assigned duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.
• Telework:
  This position may be eligible to telework part time. Specific details of the telework schedule will be discussed during the interview process. A securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved location inside Pennsylvania are required. If telework is not possible, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Johnstown, PA. Telework eligibility is subject to change.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:
  Starting salary for candidates new to Commonwealth employment is $36,108 (before taxes).
• Further communication regarding this position will be sent via email. Please check your email (and spam/junk folders) for these notices.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Graduation from high school; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For information, follow the Residency Guidelines.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Cambria County. If no eligible candidates who live within Cambria County apply, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• You must pass a background investigation.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• 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 application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more, visit the PA employment site and click on Veterans.

• 711 for 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 with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. It 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 protected category.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center.
• Your score is based on the information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be…