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Fiscal Technician Supervisory

Salary

$45,907.00 - $69,203.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-39065-00730

Department

Pennsylvania State Police

Division

SP Firearms Admin Sect

Opening Date

12/26/2025

Closing Date

1/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

00730

Position Number

00250975

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A2

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00209431

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Records and Identification, Firearms Administrative Section

Worksite Address

1800 Elmerton Avenue

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you an experienced fiscal professional with a talent for leadership and a strong attention to detail? The Pennsylvania State Police is looking for a Fiscal Technician Supervisory to join the Bureau of Records and Identification, Firearms Administrative Section. This position gives you the opportunity to apply your extensive knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices to perform functions related to receiving remittances from agencies. Make your career aspirations a reality with the Pennsylvania State Police!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for accurately processing surcharge remittance forms and Application/Record of Sale forms submitted by Firearm Dealers throughout the state. This involves verifying information, completing required account adjustments, reviewing discrepancies, posting information to dealer’s account, and processing reconciling information from the dealer transaction logs with Surcharge Remittance Reports submitted by firearm dealers. You will be responsible for conducting audits of dealer accounts and making recommendations to auditors for corrective action regarding non-compliant dealers. Work involves supervising duties such as providing guidance, direction and training; reviewing leave requests; assisting employees with difficult and unfamiliar situations; evaluating performance; and participating in the interview and selection process of subordinates. You will also be expected to establish and maintain working relationships with dealers and county sheriffs. Additional responsibilities include:

+ Identifying missing transactions and/or delinquent payments to rectify accounts

+ Preparing statements and worksheets to identify line item debits and credits to the account

+ Notifying auditors of any other procedural problems and/or potential criminal violations regarding the dealer’s account

+ Compiling case files for accounts upon identification of potential violations of the Pennsylvania Uniform Firearms Act

+ Assisting auditors in conducting on-site audits and training seminars

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=00250975)

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 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 with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907.00 (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:

+ One year as a Fiscal Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

+ Three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; and graduation from high school;or

+ One year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records and an Associate degree in accounting or business administration;or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ You must pass criminal history and background investigations if you do not have a current Pennsylvania State Police background on file.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and 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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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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

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Fiscal Assistant for one or more years full-time?

+ 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 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.

03

How much full-time experience do you possess involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

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 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.

05

Do you possess a year of full-time experience that involved the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices?

+ 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 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.

07

How much college coursework have you completed in accounting, economics, or business administration? 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.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

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.

+ 90 credits or more

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

08

CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – ANALYZING INFORMATION

Review and analyze documents including applications, records, transactions, reports, etc., to assist in the determination of their accuracy or impact on accounts. Communicate findings in order to make adjustments or corrections to accounts.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience analyzing reported data. My analysis included a verification for accuracy of the data.

+ B. I have experience analyzing reported data. Someone else was responsible for the verification and accuracy of the data.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, statistics, or logic.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ The actual duties you performed related to analyzing information

+ Your level of responsibility

11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

12

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – ACCOUNTING TRANSACTIONS

Complete accounting transactions including revenues, expenditures, transfers, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, in accordance with applicable accounting and reporting standards. Utilize accounting records and other supporting documentation to post accounting entries to general ledger accounts. Prepare and post adjustment transactions to reconcile or correct funds.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience completing accounting transactions such as revenues, expenditures, transfers, accounts payable, or accounts receivable. I was responsible for posting accounting entries to general ledger accounts AND preparing and posting adjustment transactions to reconcile or correct funds.

+ B. I have experience completing accounting transactions such as revenues, expenditures, transfers, accounts payable, or accounts receivable. I was responsible for posting accounting entries to general ledger accounts; however, someone else was responsible for preparing and posting adjustment transactions to reconcile or correct funds.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting or bookkeeping.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ The actual duties you performed related to accounting of financial records

+ Your level of responsibility

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

15

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – RESEARCH AND DOCUMENTATION

Conduct research by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information related to the development of new policies and the evaluation of existing policies. Research files and coordinates information from other personnel to prepare for special projects and reports as needed.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience researching records and files for various projects and reports. When given a topic, I was responsible for compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources.

+ B. I have experience retrieving specifically requested records and files from a single records location.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods, research design and analysis, or data collection.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ The actual duties you performed related to conducting research

+ The type(s) of data you entered

+ Your level of responsibility

17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

18

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Prepare written and financial reports that include data such as status of funds. Design, produces and modify worksheets to be used for accounting purposes. Prepare correspondence to communicate issues with various customers and business partners

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience writing reports or documents that conveyed findings. I was responsible for the final document.

+ B. I have experience drafting reports or documents that conveyed findings. Someone else was responsible for the final document.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

19

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ The actual duties you performed related to writing documents

+ Your level of responsibility

20

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

21

WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – SUPERVISION

Supervise subordinate staff by assigning work; establish priorities and timeframes for completion of work; review and track employee performance and prepare evaluation reports; discipline employees; interview prospective employees and recommend selection; receive, respond to, and resolve grievances and complaints; provide guidance to staff on complex problems; approve/deny leave requests; and identify training needs and provide training to staff

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience supervising subordinate staff. I have interviewed and hired staff, rated work performance, established priorities, disciplined employees, counseled employees; identified training needs, and approved leave.

+ B. I have experience as a lead worker or a senior staff member. I have provided training to newly hired staff, reviewed their work, or served as a team or group leader, but I was NOT responsible for employee performance reviews or discipline.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework/training related to supervisory development, labor relations, human resource management, etc., but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

22

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ The actual duties you performed supervising subordinate staff

+ The actual duties you performed as a lead worker or senior level staff member

23

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ Training Source

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov