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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerical Assistant 2 - Crawford CAO in Meadville, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4543560 THE POSITION Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference through a rewarding career in public service? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Clerical Assistant 2. As a valued member of our team, you will utilize your organizational, communication, and customer service skills to provide service and programs aimed at benefiting the clients of Crawford County Assistance Office (CAO). Take the first step to achieving personal and professional development while also contributing to creating a brighter future for the community. Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will be responsible for various clerical duties. Your role is crucial in supporting other staff members in providing high-quality services. As our office's first point of contact, you will warmly welcome visitors, handle phone calls, and address emails from external contacts. This position requires strong computer skills and attention to detail, along with proficiency in using office equipment. You should be capable of working independently and as part of a team. You will maintain and represent a well-organized office that serves the Crawford County community professionally and effectively.
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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. Travel and overtime as needed. Work Conditions: Assigned duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language. 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.
Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelink and click on Residency. Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Crawford County. If no eligible candidates who live within Crawford County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may 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.
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.
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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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or con act us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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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.