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Clerical Assistant 2 (Bureau of Driver Licensing)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Transportation

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$36,108 - $53,105

per year

Closes

February 1, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves processing requests for driver records and related information, checking applications for completeness, entering data into computer systems, and mailing out accurate documents to customers like the public, businesses, and government agencies.

It's a full-time office role in Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation with no remote work option.

A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with basic office experience who enjoys helping people and handling paperwork accurately.

Key Requirements

  • Six months experience as a Clerical Assistant 1 or equivalent
  • High school graduation or equivalent combination of experience and training
  • Proficiency in PC data entry and basic computer operations
  • Ability to review applications, verify payments, and reject incomplete requests
  • Skills in scanning documents, producing records, and mailing completed information
  • Perform essential job functions including handling micro-film and attestations
  • Pass criminal history background check

Full Job Description

The Bureau of Driver Licensing is hiring a Clerical Assistant 2 to research and provide various driver information products for the general public, department personnel, employers, insurance companies/agencies, law enforcement agencies, legislators, courts, attorneys, messengers, wholesale providers and other state/federal agencies.

Apply today to move your career forward!

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Requirements

The Clerical Assistant 2 in this position will be responsible for reviewing application and payment method prior to processing request and rejecting documents to customer for insufficient fees or more information needed to ensure that customer receives accurate information/product. This position uses a PC for the data entry process, selecting the requested driving record, producing a letter of clearance, providing micro-film copies, utilizing ECS, scanning and attestations. This position also verifies and mails completed information to customers to ensure that each customer receives the appropriate record.

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 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour 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 $36,108 (before taxes).
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Requirements:
  • 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.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.


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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

    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.

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    Posted on NEOGOV: 1/27/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/27/2026

    Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pabureau-5209663