Reference #: 4247780THE POSITIONNOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2023-66907-L0121). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM OCTOBER 25, 2023 TO NOVEMBER 07, 2023, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

　　Are you a compassionate, dedicated, and organized person who wants to utilize your experience and make a positive impact on the lives of older adults? If so, Luzerne County Area Agency on Aging has an immediate opening for Administrative Officer 1 position. Apply today and come join our team!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　We are looking for a highly organized individual to help us plan and coordinate a comprehensive system of social services for the older residents of the community. You will coordinate the Senior Employment Program and the Pennsylvania Department Title V Program, which includes recruiting, interviewing, counseling, and placing applicants into meaningful community employment. Verbal and written communication is very important in this position as you will submit all federal program proposals to ensure the continuance of subsidized employment opportunities for low-income older worker.

　　You will work to assist the agency with the development of new programs, policies, and operating procedures by reviewing and analyzing existing program achievements. This will include creating posters, pamphlets, and newsletters, as well as coordinating with other staff to set up staff meetings. Compliance is vital to the work we do in our agency, and you will assist with meeting all local, state, and federal policies and regulations.

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and a bachelor's degree; orAny equivalent combination of experience and training.Other Requirements:You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency.Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Luzerne or Wyoming county. If no eligible candidates who live within Luzerne and Wyoming county apply for this position, candidates who reside in Carbon, Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Schuylkill, Sullivan and Wyoming counties will be considered.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.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).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.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.Veterans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at.Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　EXAMINATION INFORMATION

　　Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.  No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or:your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.

　　The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of 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. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.