Clerical Assistant 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • $36,831 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Clerical Assistant 2 supports multiple divisions of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection by maintaining accurate records, preparing documents, providing customer service, and assisting with committee and administrative tasks. The work helps ensure essential information is clear and accessible and supports programs that safeguard Pennsylvania communities.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 60-minute lunch. Occasional travel for training and meetings is required. Part-time telework of up to three days per week may be available from an approved location in Pennsylvania with a securely configured high-speed internet connection. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Telework arrangements may change.

The starting annual salary for most selected candidates who are new to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employment is $36,831 before taxes.

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

Responsibilities

• Update and manage information in agency systems to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare, type, and proofread letters, reports, forms, and other materials for staff and committees.
• Respond to inquiries by phone, in person, and electronically, gathering information to guide responses.
• Sort, deliver, and prepare outgoing mail; track lost parcels and organize related records.
• Maintain filing systems, manage records storage, and prepare materials for the State Records Center.
• Record meeting minutes, maintain attendance and voting logs, and assist with preparation of committee documents.

What This Job Offers

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