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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Administrative Officer 1 in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4524175 THE POSITION
Are you an organized and motivated administrative professional with and a keen eye for details? The Department of Corrections, Bureau of Administration is seeking a highly motivated, detailed-orientated person with excellent people skills to join our team as an Administrative Officer 1. This position administers and coordinates program services as they relate to agency travel and human resource liaison functions for individuals assigned to the Bureau of Administration, as well as assists with special projects. Advance your professional talents and apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As an Administrative Officer 1 for the Department of Corrections, you will be responsible for administering and directing the Commonwealth's travel program. This includes collaborating with the Bureau of Financial Management, Governor's office, Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations, and Commonwealth Office Travel Operations to develop, implement, and train in relation to all travel rules and policies for the Commonwealth and Department of Criminal Justice along with employees at the Department of Corrections which includes independent boards such as the Parole Board, Board of Pardons, Sex Offenders Assessment Board, and the Office of Victim Advocate.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment (37.5 hours per week) Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Travel: As needed This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time (3) days a week, reporting to the office (2) days a 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 Mechanicsburg. Free parking! Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please note, selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $49,839.00 (before taxes). 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: Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement: You must pass a background investigation.
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 ve erans, 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.