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Clerical Assistant 3 - Ebensburg Center - 2nd and 3rd Shift

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Human Services

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$40,685 - $60,714

per year

Closes

February 18, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading clerical tasks in a scheduling office at a residential care facility, where you'll create and manage staff schedules across all shifts to ensure round-the-clock coverage for residents.

You'll handle reports, coordinate overtime and training, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

It's a great fit for organized, detail-oriented people who thrive under pressure and enjoy supporting essential care services.

Key Requirements

  • One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 or equivalent federal job title
  • One year of moderately complex clerical experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training
  • Pennsylvania residency requirement
  • Ability to work full-time 37.5 hours per week on rotating 2nd or 3rd shifts (2:30 PM-10:30 PM or 10:30 PM-6:30 AM), with possible overtime and no telework
  • Strong organizational skills for independent lead work in high-stakes scheduling
  • Proficiency in maintaining precise reports and spreadsheets for 24/7 operations

Full Job Description

Are you ready to step into a vital role where your organizational expertise directly impacts the stability and success of our care team? The Ebensburg Center, Centralized Scheduling Office is seeking a Clerical Assistant 3 to play a vital role in ensuring the continuity of care through strategic resource management. If you are a self-directed individual who excels in high-stakes environments and possesses a commitment to operational excellence, we invite you to apply your expertise toward maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our residential services!

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference at the Ebensburg Center!

Requirements

As a Clerical Assistant 3, you will serve as the lead worker within the Centralized Scheduling Office of the center's residential living area, reporting directly to the Clerical Supervisor 2. In this role, you will exercise considerable independence while performing lead work responsibilities over moderately complex clerical functions essential to facility operations. Your primary duty will be the comprehensive scheduling of staff across all three shifts for every unit within the residential living area to ensure constant full coverage. This work involves maintaining precise scheduling reports and spreadsheets for state and contracted personnel in a 24/7 environment, including the coordination of overtime, weekends, holidays, and mandatory training sessions.

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
  • The following two shifts are available, rotating days off, with a 30-minute lunch:
    • 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM (2nd Shift)
    • 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM (3rd Shift)
    • This may change based on operational needs.
  • Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • 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.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • One year of moderately complex clerical experience; 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.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirements:

  • A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
  • This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
    • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.


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).

  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • 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.

    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: 2/4/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/4/2026

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