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Administrative Assistant 1

Salary

$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually

Location

Lancaster County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-26365

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR Corr Insts Ad

Opening Date

05/30/2025

Closing Date

6/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

08210

Position Number

00019932

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A4

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

11/0600

Bureau / Division

Department of Corrections

Worksite Address

1451 N Market Street

City

Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17022

Contact Name

Heather Shenenberger

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections (DOC), Recruitment and Retention team is seeking an ambitious Administrative Assistant 1. In this role, you will perform highly responsible administrative work in coordinating, developing, tracking, and researching recruitment projects, needs, and programs for the Recruitment and Retention team. Our ideal candidate will be a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, exceptional organizational and attention to detail skills, as well as having a strong interest in administrative work.

If this sounds like a good fit and you meet the requirements of the position, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As Administrative Assistant 1, you will log, track, and maintain the database utilized to monitor candidates hiring status. This includes creating and maintaining a database of contacts for the utilization of recruiters to assist in the procurement of potential leads, applicants, hires, etc. This professional serves as a liaison with the DOC Training Academy, Bureau of Talent Acquisition, Public Service Delivery Center, DOC Human Resources, OA Enterprise Recruitment, and outside entities to obtain information to assist in the coordination of recruitment events. You will receive and review recruitment reports to provide information on the success of recruitment efforts and provide recommendations on which events to reattend. Key to this position is effective communication both verbally and in writing as you will have the opportunity to prepare and respond to correspondence on behalf of the Recruitment and Retention Supervisor.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00019932) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two (2) days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Elizabethtown.

+ Travel occasionally for job fairs and hiring events throughout Pennsylvania.

+ 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college or university; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

+ Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ 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 above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

How much college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org (”www.naces.org”target=_blank”) and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 120 credits or more

+ 90 but less than 120 credits

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

02

How many years of full-time paraprofessional level or higher experience do you possess?

+ 4 years or more

+ 3 years to less than 4 years

+ 2 years to less than 3 years

+ 1 year to less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

03

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov