Reference #: 4329858THE POSITIONAre you an organized and motivated administrative professional with excellent communication skills?  The Department of State is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 to provide outstanding customer assistance and vital support services within the Division of Operations and Support.  Take advantage of this exciting opportunity for advancement and apply today!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Clerical Assistant 2 in this capacity, you will participate in a variety of functions including scanning documents, processing payments, logging and filing documents, and retrieval of documents (some from microfilm).  Engaging and responsive interpersonal skills are exercised regularly, as you will be providing coverage for the reception area as well as communicating with patrons and providing essential information via telephone and email.

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

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment

　　Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

　　Parking is available with this position.

　　Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, following one year of employment in this position.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

　　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

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (commonwealth title); or

　　Graduation from high school; or

　　An equivalent combination of experience and training.

　　Additional Requirements:

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　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.

　　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.

　　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.