Administrative Officer

THE POSITION Are you interested in supporting a fast-paced government communications office in an agency that serves all Pennsylvanians? The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PAPUC) is seeking an organized, tech-savvy, high-functioning information sharer, self-starter and office wiz to support important travel and training functions; administer and plan Consumer Advisory Council meetings; handle purchases, contracts and subscriptions; track the office budget that supports public input hearing staffing; and provide additional staff support. THE POSITION Are you interested in supporting a fast-paced government communications office in an agency that serves all Pennsylvanians? The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PAPUC) is seeking an organized, tech-savvy, high-functioning information sharer, self-starter and office wiz to support important travel and training functions; administer and plan Consumer Advisory Council meetings; handle purchases, contracts and subscriptions; track the office budget that supports public input hearing staffing; and provide additional staff support. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This role provides essential administrative and logistical support that helps the Office of Communications operate smoothly and effectively. It supports a wide range of tasks that assist media specialists, consumer educators, communications technology experts, and internal messaging professionals in their daily work. As an Administrative Officer 1, you will perform the following duties: Council Support: Prepare agendas and minutes and coordinate administrative tasks for the Consumer Advisory Council Purchasing Duties: Manage a purchasing card and prepare requisitions for office needs Multimedia Assistance: Provide audio visual and multimedia support for hearing rooms and events Directory Maintenance: Maintain the employee photo directory to ensure accurate and updated records Travel Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison for travel arrangements and approvals Office Administration: Coordinate scheduling, timekeeping, filing, copier use, and general office support tasks Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Telework: Part-time work from home (telework) may be a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements: Within a reasonable travel distance of headquarters; and Within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY 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. 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 Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. 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 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr