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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerical Assistant 2 - Limited Term in Norristown, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4475038 THE POSITION
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your organizational skills and strong attention to detail? The Department of Labor & Industry is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 to provide vital office support within the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Norristown District Office. This is a temporary grant funded position, which will support initiatives for increasing customer participation in the Vocational Rehabilitation program and to increase services for people with disabilities to secure and maintain employment and independence. Join our supportive team environment and ensure office operations are conducted as efficiently and effectively as possible! DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will have the opportunity to provide direct clerical support for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. Specific duties include transcribing taped dictation, written notes, case notes, and drafted correspondence from assigned counselors and checking for grammatical neatness and accuracy.
You will be responsible for gathering information from potential participants and entering and updating participant records using a web-based application. You will also generate the automated mailing of the Participant ID letter for new participants, as well as create specialized correspondence as needed. Within this role, you must establish and maintain a clear understanding of all Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) forms, their function, use, and the information required for completion.
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. 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, upon successful completion of the probationary period. 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 Norristown. Salary:Most employees will start at the beginning level of the advertised salary. 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 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.
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 will 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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. 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.