Clerical Assistant 2 - Bedford County Assistance Office
About The Position
Begin a meaningful public service career as a Clerical Assistant 2 with the Bedford County Assistance Office. This role offers the chance to support community members while building strong administrative skills. Every day brings new challenges that help you learn and grow. Join a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and steady progress. This position supports the daily operations of the Bedford County Assistance Office by carrying out a wide range of clerical tasks that help keep public assistance processes on track. The work involves handling records, assisting clients, managing mail, and supporting staff needs.
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.
- Meet the PA residency requirement.
- Be able to perform essential job functions.
- Submission of criminal history reports (conditional offer of employment).
- Pass a background investigation.
Responsibilities
- Complete file clearances, register applications, and import electronic submissions
- Maintain, purge, and organize records, including closed files and state retention materials
- Assist visitors, route calls, distribute mail, and update daily logs
- Process incoming and outgoing mail, scan and attach documents, and manage postage tasks
- Create EBT cards, maintain logs, and secure required approvals
- Prepare MIPAA requests, process CAOAA checks, and assist with general clerical duties
Benefits
- DHS provides excellent benefits
- contractual pay increases
- paid holidays and leave entitlements
- opportunity for advancement
- shift selection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
