Administrative Assistant 1

Administrative Assistant 1Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4611176) ApplyAdministrative Assistant 1Salary$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 AnnuallyLocation Dauphin County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2024-91142DepartmentParole BoardDivisionPB Off Srvs DivOpening Date08/13/2024Closing Date8/17/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code08210Position Number00223717UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitA4Pay GroupST05Bureau / Division Code00252120Bureau / DivisionParole Board Office / Office Services DivisionWorksite Address1920 Technology ParkwayCityMechanicsburg, PennsylvaniaZip Code17050Contact NameHeather ShenenbergerContact Emailhshenenber@pa.gov

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THE POSITIONAre you seeking an exciting career where you have the ability to showcase your clerical skill set? The Department of Corrections is seeking an organized, positive administrative professional to complete our team. This position gives you the opportunity to provide program and administrative support to the Bureau of Administration's Support Services and Contract Management Division, Vehicle Services Section. Advance your professional talents and apply today! Senate Bill 411 merged the Department of Corrections and the Board of Probation and Parole. This position is within the Department of Corrections. DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs an Administrative Assistant 1, you will be responsible for preparation and processing of documents, inputting data, and maintaining computer databases and records. Serving as the automotive liaison for the agency, you will handle all preventative maintenance scheduling, report in-house repairs, and gather accident report information and estimates. You will also communicate with the public and other commonwealth agencies, as well as research issues to provide thorough responses to inquiries. In addition, you will s erve as the agency’s PA Turnpike EZ Pass program liaison which will encompass m aintaining inventory of all EZ Pass transponders utilized within the agency. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00223717) .Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment (37.5-hours per week)

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

Telework: After the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period, you may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg.

This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.

Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,890.00 (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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college or university;or

Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Additional Requirements:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

You must pass a background investigation.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

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.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe 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 PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe 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 CultureWe 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 PerksSometimes, 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 Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree or higher, or are you within three months of completing a bachelor's degree or higher? 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 you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

Yes

No

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If you do not have a conferred bachelor's degree or higher, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.

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How much college coursework have you completed? 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 also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

120 credits or more

90 but less than 120 credits

60 but less than 90 credits

30 but less than 60 credits

Less than 30 credits

None

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How many years of full-time paraprofessional level or higher experience do you possess?

4 years or more

3 years to less than 4 years

2 years to less than 3 years

1 year to less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

None

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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.

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AgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov