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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Administrative Assistant 1 in Pennsylvania
Administrative Assistant 1
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Administrative Assistant 1
Salary
$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2024-15126
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR Dep Sec for Ad
Opening Date
12/26/2024
Closing Date
12/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
08210
Position Number
50425520
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A4
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
83000
Bureau / Division
Office of the Deputy Secretary for Administration
Worksite Address
400 North Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Email
ra-pddotcentraljobs@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you passionate about promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion? Do you possess the ability to gather valuable insights and mediate solutions effectively? If you have exceptional organizational abilities, outstanding communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, your ideal opportunity awaits. The Department of Transportation is on the lookout for an Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EIB) Assistant to work alongside the Director of Equitable Transportation and the EIB Program Manager. This role involves implementing department-wide initiatives and programs dedicated to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we encourage you to submit your application today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will take on the responsibility of conducting research and analyzing various programs, including the Climate Survey and Training Surveys, and providing insightful recommendations for senior management's consideration. You will play a key role in developing agenda items and preparing the agenda for all meetings held by the Council on Inclusive Excellence (CIE). Your duties will encompass scheduling and participating in meetings, documenting minutes, creating summary reports that highlight action items, and ensuring that all follow-up actions are executed effectively. Additionally, you will support the Equity and Inclusion Program Specialist by serving as the main point of contact for the Employee Impact Ambassador program and the Inclusive Conversations Certificate program, while also addressing any unresolved issues by escalating them to the Equity Program Manager or the Director of Equitable Transportation. Moreover, you will collect and organize research on topics related to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EIB) for a department-wide newsletter and educational workshops, disseminating information as instructed. You will assist the Equity and Inclusion Program Specialist in overseeing the newsletter's lifecycle and associated activities, and work collaboratively with the EIB team to update and maintain the intranet page, ensuring it is equipped with up-to-date events, resources, links, and other essential content.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50425520) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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 Harrisburg.
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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college or university;or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How much college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingand clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitand click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
120 credits or more
90 but less than 120 credits
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
02
How many years of full-time paraprofessional level or higher experience do you possess?
4 years or more
3 years to less than 4 years
2 years to less than 3 years
1 year to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
03
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov