Clerical Assistant 2 - SCI Laurel HIghlands

Clerical Assistant 2

• SCI Laurel HIghlands Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $36,108.00
• $53,105.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Somerset 5706 Glades Pike (Show on map) May 14, 2026 Salary $36,108.00
• $53,105.

00 Annually Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-49686

Department Department of Corrections Division CR LAU Ed Opening Date 05/14/2026 Closing Date 5/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 00102 Position Number 00263276 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit A1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00114440 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Laurel Highlands Worksite Address 5706 Glades Pike City Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15501 Contact Name Corleen Schmucker Contact Phone 717.562.5736 Contact Email cschmucker@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Laurel Highlands, is seeking an organized, positive individual to provide clerical support at our facility. This role allows you to take part in important office functions that keep the institution moving forward. Your efforts will help keep operations running smoothly each day. Join a workplace that values commitment and teamwork.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides essential clerical and office support to keep the Education Department operating efficiently. You will assist with communication, scheduling, record keeping, and general office tasks that support daily activities. As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

Phone and Mail:

Answer calls, direct inquiries, handle messages, and process incoming and outgoing mail

Document Support:

Prepare, review, correct, and distribute documents and assist with scanning and meeting materials

Scheduling Tasks:

Coordinate appointments, meetings, videoconferences, and provide support with minutes and travel arrangements

Record Management:

Maintain filing systems, update databases, enter reports, and process supply requests

Office Coordination:

Compile records, track data, monitor supplies, assist with program preparation, and support apprenticeship program reporting 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. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.