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Clerical Assistant 2 - Harrisburg District Office

Salary

$35,306.00 - $51,932.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-26659

Department

Parole Board

Division

PB Harrisburg Dstr Off

Opening Date

06/09/2025

Closing Date

6/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

00102

Position Number

50541952

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00256100

Bureau / Division

Department of Corrections - Harrisburg District Office

Worksite Address

1130 Herr Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17103

Contact Name

Megan Knable

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, Harrisburg District Office is seeking an organized, positive individual to provide clerical support at our facility. If you are a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, organized, and detail oriented, as well as having a strong interest in clerical work, this may be the position for you. We offer a competitive salary and state benefits including health insurance, dental, vision as well as life insurance coverage. We also have an excellent vacation, sick and holiday package as well as a retirement plan.

If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

Senate Bill 411 merged the Department of Corrections and the Board of Probation and Parole. This position is within the Department of Corrections.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Clerical Assistant 2 you will provide clerical and office support at the assigned facility. You will be responsible for filing, typing a variety of documents, and inputting data for various departments within the institution. You will also operate various office equipment and maintain computer databases and records.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50541952)

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.

+ Work hours are 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You willnothave the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $35,306 (before taxes).

+ 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:

+ 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.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

+ Three (3) years or more of experience using Microsoft Word.

+ Three (3) years or more of experience using Microsoft Excel.

+ Two (2) years or more of experience answering and assisting with incoming telephone calls.

+ Two (2) years or more of experience utilizing various office equipment such as a personal computer, copying machine, facsimile machine, and postage meter.

Legal Requirements:

+ You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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).

+ 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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See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

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.

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Preferred Qualifications: Do you have three (3) years or more of experience using Microsoft Word?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Preferred Qualifications: Do you have three (3) years or more of experience using Microsoft Excel?

+ Yes

+ No

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Preferred Qualifications: Do you have two (2) years or more of experience answering and assisting with incoming telephone calls?

+ Yes

+ No

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Preferred Qualifications: Do you have two (2) years or more of experience utilizing various office equipment such as a personal computer, copying machine, facsimile machine, and postage meter?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov