Clerical Assistant

Clerical Assistant 2 PositionThe Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services offers a chance to support families and individuals in Luzerne County. This role allows you to be part of a team that keeps essential services running smoothly. You will help maintain accurate records and ensure the office operates efficiently. Join an organization that values your dedication and attention to detail.This role provides essential clerical support that helps ensure the accurate and timely processing of information for Income Maintenance Programs. As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:Data Entry: Enter information into designated systems and verify that all transactions are correct and compliantApplication Processing: Handle various application tasks including import, clearance, registration, and distributionInquiry Work: Review documents and complete transactions while ensuring accuracy and meeting deadlinesTelephone Support: Receive calls, relay messages, provide coverage, and contact individuals when directedReception Duties: Greet visitors, manage schedules, provide information, and direct individuals appropriatelyMail and Records: Sort, scan, process, and distribute mail and materials in line with policies and proceduresFull time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch. Travel and overtime as needed. DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and shift selection in addition to a great work environment.Work Conditions: Assigned duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.Telework: This position may be eligible to telework part time. Specific details of the telework schedule will be discussed during the interview process. 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 Hazleton, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,831 (before taxes).You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.