Administration and Management Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking to start a career in the field of human resources? The Department of Environmental Protection's HR Office is looking for a candidate with excellent analytical and communication skills to participate in a paid, 12-month, on-the-job, training program as an Administration and Management Trainee with our agency's Talent Management section. Upon successful completion of this training year, you will be promoted to Human Resource Analyst 1. Apply today for this exciting opportunity! As an Administration and Management Trainee in this 12-month training program, you will learn the duties of this position while gaining valuable skills and experience. Candidates who successfully complete this program will have the opportunity for promotion to Human Resource Analyst 1. This role supports consistent, well planned hiring activities that guide managers through posting, recruiting, and selecting candidates.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree, including 15 credits in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 15 credits in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions

Nice To Haves

• Excellent analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to hiring managers on posting options, requisitions, and selection strategies
• Analyze posting history and related information to shape recruitment strategies
• Complete required forms, attach documentation, and route materials through NEOGOV
• Review applicant materials, manage interview steps, and support legal hiring decisions
• Update systems and reports to ensure accurate vacancy and process information
• Assist managers with question development and ensure job related evaluation methods

Benefits

• Paid, 12-month, on-the-job, training program
• Promotion to Human Resource Analyst 1 upon successful completion of the training program
• Opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, three days telework/2 office days per week
• Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer
• Commonwealth values inclusion
• Employment preference for qualified veterans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level