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Clerical Assistant 2

Salary

$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-29969

Department

Office of the Lieutenant Governor

Division

LG Bd of Pardons

Opening Date

07/21/2025

Closing Date

7/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

00102

Position Number

50524156

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00280110

Bureau / Division

Lieutenant Governor's Office - Board of Pardons

Worksite Address

555 Walnut Street

Worksite Address

Suite 704

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17101

Contact Name

Brittany Bradford

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you interested in a career where you can make a positive impact in the lives of people seeking a second chance? A position with the Lieutenant Governor's Board of Pardons is an exciting opportunity to make a difference with a rewarding career!

Apply today to join our dedicated team of professionals!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will make independent decisions concerning the processes to be followed, use discretion, good judgement, and maintain confidentiality by providing clerical office support with the Board of Pardons. You will process incoming clemency applications, receive emails in a resource account, ensure mail is processed efficiently by sorting, processing, and distributing appropriately. Scans/files correspondence for applications that have been filed and makes necessary changes including updating contact information and adding/deleting interested parties. Obtaining JNET and CLEAN Certification is required since you will be tasked with accessing and requesting criminal history records, driving records and/or notifications on prior or current applicants.

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=50524156)

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.

+ Work hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You will not have 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 $36,108 (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:

+ Previous experience efficiently using and navigating a PC.

+ Previous experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

+ Previous experience with communication tools, such as video conferencing, and creating meetings in Teams.

+ Previous experience combining and manipulating documents in Adobe Pro.

+ Proficient keyboarding skills to meet standards for speed and accuracy.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

+ Familiarity with criminal court documents.

+ Previous experience using Microsoft Dynamics.

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 and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rightsmustapply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html a nd 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.

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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.

01

Additional Requirements: Do you have previous experience efficiently using and navigating a PC?

+ Yes

+ No

02

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 experience must also 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.

03

Additional Requirements: Do you have previous experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams?

+ Yes

+ No

04

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 experience must also 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.

05

Additional Requirements: Do you have previous experience with communication tools, such as video conferencing, and creating meetings in Teams?

+ Yes

+ No

06

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 experience must also 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.

07

Additional Requirements: Do you have previous experience combining and manipulating documents in Adobe Pro?

+ Yes

+ No

08

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 experience must also 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.

09

Additional Requirements: Do you possess keyboarding skills to meet standards for speed and accuracy?

+ Yes

+ No

10

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 experience must also 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.

11

Preferred Qualifications (not required): Are you familiar with criminal court documents?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Preferred Qualifications (not required): Do you have previous experience using Microsoft Dynamics?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov