Clerical Assistant 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Labor and Industry is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 to support staff, customers, and programs serving communities across Pennsylvania. This position helps keep office operations running smoothly by preparing documents, organizing information, maintaining accurate records, and supporting communication across the office. The role offers opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to daily operations.

The position is full time at 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Typical hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch; the schedule may be negotiable within a 7.5-hour workday, and the position may be eligible for an alternate work schedule. After successfully completing the training period, the employee may have the opportunity to telework part time. Telework requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location in Pennsylvania. If unable to telework, the employee may report to the headquarters office in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Telework eligibility 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 essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare forms, letters, and reports from handwritten or dictated materials.
• Sort, stamp, and route daily mail to the appropriate staff members.
• Maintain filing systems and ensure case materials are stored in the proper place.
• Enter and update case information and referrals in CWDS.
• Prepare travel documents and assist staff with office procedures.
• Answer telephone calls and direct them to the appropriate person.

What This Job Offers

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