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Clerical Assistant 2 (Limited Term)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Environmental Protection

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$18.46 - $27.15

per hour

Closes

April 24, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a temporary clerical assistant in Pennsylvania's environmental department, where you'll handle administrative tasks like managing phones, mail, and paperwork for the clean water permitting team in Harrisburg.

It's ideal for someone organized and reliable who enjoys supporting office operations with some flexibility to work independently.

A good fit would be an entry-level administrative worker with basic office experience looking to start or grow in government service.

Key Requirements

  • Six months experience as a Clerical Assistant 1 or equivalent
  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Combination of relevant experience and training
  • Pennsylvania residency
  • Ability to perform essential job functions with independence
  • Strong detail orientation and communication skills
  • Proficiency in computer and administrative tasks

Full Job Description

Are you an experienced and detail-oriented administrative professional with strong communication and computer skills? Are you interested in exploring a career with the Commonwealth or Pennsylvania?

If you are, the Department of Environmental Protection is seeking candidates for a Limited Term Clerical Assistant 2 position in the Southcentral Regional Office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Apply today to join our dedicated team!

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Requirements

The Clerical Assistant 2 in this position will be assigned to the Southcentral Regional Office and be responsible for providing clerical support within the Permitting Section of the Clean Water Program. The Clerical Assistant 2 will work in tandem with other 2nd floor clerical staff to maintain phone, mail, and general administrative coverage for the 2nd floor within the Regional Office. You will be expected to perform a variety of administrative assignments with considerable independence while prioritizing his/her own work.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Limited term, full time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week.

    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 Harrisburg, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

    Additional details may be provided during the interview.

  • Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting hourly rate of $18.46 (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.


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.
  • 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.
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

    Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.


    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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    Posted on NEOGOV: 4/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/9/2026

    Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pabureau-5300481