Clerical Assistant 2 (Seasonal) - Memorial Lake State Park Complex

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is searching for a Clerical Assistant 2 (seasonal) for the Memorial Lake Park Complex located in Grantville, Pennsylvania. This position will serve as a member of the administrative and visitor service staff of the Park Complex.

If you are interested in working with the public and providing good customer service, apply today to join our dedicated team!

This position is responsible for performing various administrative assignments including tasks and reports; works with the Pennsylvania State Parks Reservations & Revenue System (PRRS) in the collection of fees; and overseeing most of the visitor service operations of the complex. The employee in this position works independently on routine and non-routine jobs with minimal supervision, and is expected to perform duties in a responsible, professional manner. Assignments require familiarity with technical knowledge and detailed knowledge of the functions, procedures, and organization of the Department and Bureau. Assists with the preparation of park purchasing, bids, contracts and documents.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal, full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week without benefits. The season runs from approximately March until November at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.
• Work hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Days/shifts will vary, will work 5 days/37.5 hours per week to include holidays and weekends.
• 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 hourly rate of $18.05 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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.
• 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.

• 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.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.

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.

• 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.