Clerical Assistant 2

THE POSITION

The Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Department of Military & Veterans Affairs offers a meaningful chance to support the Southeastern Veterans Center. This role lets you build strong office skills while helping staff and visitors receive timely assistance. You will play a steady part in keeping records organized and communication flowing in a busy environment. Join a team committed to service, respect, and dependable operations.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides essential clerical support for the Human Resource Office and assigned program areas at the Southeastern Veterans Center. The work helps maintain accurate records, organized files, and efficient daily operations. As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Document Preparation: Type letters, reports, and communication materials and proofread them for accuracy and consistency
• File Management: Organize personnel files, maintain HR filing systems, and purge documents according to policy
• Record Tracking: Log disciplinary packets, track grievance files, and update training and attendance records
• Visitor Assistance: Greet visitors, answer calls, route messages, and complete copying, faxing, and mailing tasks
• Training Processing: Handle out-service training requests and update employee training records
• Supply Coordination: Determine office supply needs and prepare requisitions for necessary items

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,831 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training 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.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Previous experience performing clerical duties.
• Previous experience working in Microsoft Excel.
• Previous experience working in SAP or SRM entering shopping carts/work orders.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
• Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekersfor additional information.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

• Eligibility rules apply.

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $36,831 - $54,162