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Clerical Assistant 1 (Limited Term)

Salary

$17.38 Hourly

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Limited Term Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-40126-00101

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP Bur Pmt Coordntn

Opening Date

01/13/2026

Closing Date

1/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

00101

Position Number

50700046

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00354700

Bureau / Division

EP Office of Program Integration

Worksite Address

2575 Interstate Drive

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

OA, CE DEP

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for a highly organized and detail-oriented administrative professional to fill the role of Clerical Assistant 1 for a limited term. This position presents a unique opportunity to engage in impactful environmental projects while furthering your career within a vibrant and supportive team. If you are eager to take on this challenge and contribute to the preservation of our natural resources, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This is a full-time, limited-term opportunity to assist the Vector Management Laboratory and Bureau of Laboratories in the receipt, entry into database, tracking, organization, and storage of arthropod samples collected from across the Commonwealth. Responsibilities include data entry into databases, tracking, organizing, and storing samples, while adhering to established clerical procedures. The role involves a range of routine clerical tasks, such as reviewing and processing documents, entering data into computer systems, preparing paperwork, and assisting the public with governmental forms and inquiries. Initially, work will be conducted under close supervision, with detailed guidance provided for new processes; however, employees are expected to operate with increasing independence as they become familiar with the procedures.

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=50700046) .

Work hours and additional information:

+ Limited Term (6 month), Full-Time employment.

+ Work hours are 7 :00 AM - 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 within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual rate of $17.38 per hour (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requiremen t (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.

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 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.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

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

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

02

WORK BEHAVIOR 1

Sorts, files, and retrieves documents.

Levels of Performance

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

+ I have experience sorting, filing, and retrieving documents. I sorted documents and filed them using a specific system to keep them organized. I retrieved documents/files as needed.

+ I have experience sorting documents and filing them using a specific system to keep them organized; OR I have experience retrieving documents/files.

+ I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

03

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 type(s) of filing systems utilized (alphabetic, numeric, geographic, subject, chronological, color coding, etc.)

+ The actual duties you performed

+ Your level of responsibility

04

WORK BEHAVIOR 2

Enters information into the computer.

Levels of Performance

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

+ I have experience entering information into a computer, verifying the accuracy of the information, and formatting it according to established standards.

+ I have experience entering information into a computer and formatting it according to established standards. I was NOT responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information.

+ I have experience entering information into a computer using previously formatted documents or templates.

+ I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

05

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 type(s) of data you entered into the computer

+ The actual duties you performed

+ Your level of responsibility

06

WORK BEHAVIOR 3

Operates office equipment.

Instructions

From the list below, please select all of the office equipment you have experience in operating.

+ Computer

+ Printer

+ Copy Machine

+ Fax Machine

+ Scanner

+ None of the Above

07

In the text box below, please list the name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained the experience you claim with office experience. If you indicated you have no work experience operating any of the equipment, type N/A in the box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov