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Clerical Assistant 2 - Indiana County Assistance Office
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Human Services
Location
Pennsylvania, 17120
Salary
$36,108 - $53,105
per year
Type
Closes
March 17, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a clerical assistant in a Pennsylvania county office that helps people with social services, where you'll handle everyday office tasks like answering phones, entering data, and assisting the public to support the team's work.
It's ideal for someone who enjoys organized routine work, interacting politely with community members, and contributing to public service without needing advanced skills.
The role offers a stable full-time schedule with benefits and some telework options.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Six months of experience as a Clerical Assistant 1 or similar role
- Equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
- Pennsylvania residency
- Basic computer skills for data entry, scanning, and office functions
- Strong customer service abilities for in-person and phone interactions
- Ability to follow office procedures under general supervision
Full Job Description
The Indiana County Assistance Office is looking for a Clerical Assistant 2 to join their team. If you are looking for a rewarding career in public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live in your community, this position is for you! Apply today!
Requirements
As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform a wide-range of clerical duties, which will enhance staff members’ ability to provide quality services to the citizens of Pennsylvania. You will engage in a variety of clerical and general office duties by following office procedures and using relevant systems. Clerical Assistant 2s interact with the general public in a courteous and professional manner both in person and via telephone. You will utilize basic computer skills to perform various office functions including data entry, customer service, scanning, imaging, filing, answering phones, and processing mail and voice mail. Job duties are carried out under the general supervision of a Clerical Supervisor.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 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch.
- Travel and overtime as needed.
- DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and shift selection in addition to a great work environment.
- 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: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting 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.
Telework: This position may be eligible to telework part time. Specific details of the telework schedule will be discussed during the interview process.
In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Indiana, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Indiana County. If no eligible candidates who live within Indiana County apply for this position candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- 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).
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.
Additional 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.
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