Clerical Assistant 2

Clerical Assistant 2 - SCI Huntingdon Huntingdon, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22439023 Summary Huntingdon, PA $36108.00 - $53105.00 per Year 6 Months Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 37.53 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon 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! Apply today to join our dedicated team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Clerical Assistant 2 you will provide clerical and office support within a Corrections Housing Unit to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Operates institutional switchboard, and records and distributes messages as appropriate. Responds to general inquiries, and reviews files to respond to basic information requests. Receives, sorts and distributes incoming mail, as well as prepares and sends outgoing mailings and packages. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, 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:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. Must understand how to efficiently use and navigate a personal computer. Two (2) years or more of experience with the Microsoft systems (Word/Excel/Outlook, etc.) and other software packages to create and maintain spreadsheets/calendars/documents/rosters etc. Ability to work with various office equipment such as: scanner, printer, fax machine, computer, tablet, telephone, personal communication devices etc. Previous experience working in an office setting as a clerk and/or personal assistant. Proficient keyboarding skills. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred (not required)

Qualifications:

Able to stand and operate document scanning machines. Previous experience using Microsoft Dynamics.

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 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams