Clerical Assistant 1 - Bureau of Motor Vehicles

NOTE: This posting will close on APRIL 26, 2026 or after 50 applications are received, whichever occurs first.

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles is seeking a Clerical Assistant 1 to support Driver and Vehicle Services by producing accurate and efficient Motor Vehicle and Driver Licensing document images. In this role, you will scan and process transactions to maintain both physical and electronic records within the Enterprise Content Services (ECS) Retrieval System, as required by the Motor Vehicle Code. If you are detail-oriented and ready to contribute to a vital statewide service, apply today.

In this role, you will prepare and scan Driver and Vehicle Services documents using an Opex Falcon Scanner to create high-quality digital images for the agency's imaging repository. You will review documents for scanning readiness, operate the scanner according to established procedures, monitor image quality, and correct issues such as jams or misfeeds. You will also sort completed batches, submit scanned images, and deliver any checks found during processing to the supervisor. Routine cleaning of scanner components and minor equipment troubleshooting are required. Daily production reports must be completed to document work volume, time spent, and imaging accuracy.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

• 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

Additional Requirements:

• 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.