Clerical Assistant 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking candidates for a Clerical Assistant 2 position. This position supports daily administrative and clerical operations in the Bureau of Waterways Engineering and Wetlands. The role requires accuracy, coordination, and an understanding of bureau procedures to keep essential functions moving.

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.
• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Detail-oriented
• Understanding of bureau procedures
• Knowledge of permitting processes

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, research unfamiliar items, and coordinate with the mailroom for supplies and shipments
• Review electronic submissions for completeness, communicate needs to submitters, and maintain resource accounts
• Enter correspondence and tracking notes into bureau databases with accuracy and consistency
• Route phone and email inquiries, respond when appropriate, and expand knowledge of permitting processes
• Maintain files, upload digital documents with correct classifications, and support informal review requests
• Provide backup support for travel, training, purchasing, and clerical coordination tasks

Benefits

• Opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week
• Commonwealth employees may use seniority rights
• Equal employment opportunity
• Commitment to a diverse workforce
• Inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people
• No discrimination based on 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED