Clerical Assistant 2

Salary

$36,831.00 - $54,162.00 Annually

Location

Westmoreland County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-56916

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Westmoreland Co

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

8/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

00102

Position Number

00021445

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00081250

Bureau / Division

TR Westmoreland Co

Worksite Address

144 Donahue Rd

City

Greensburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15601

Contact Name

Jennifer Graham

Contact Email

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THE POSITION

The Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Department of Transportation offers an energetic role where you help keep vital operations running smoothly for Westmoreland County. This opportunity lets you support both office and field staff in a fast paced and rewarding environment. You will play a key part in maintaining communication, tracking information, and helping the district operate efficiently. Join a team that values reliability, service, and professionalism.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides essential clerical support that keeps communication channels open and records accurate for the Westmoreland County District Office. The work helps ensure that daily operations run smoothly and that field personnel receive timely assistance. As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Call Management: Handle incoming calls, record needed information, and route messages through proper channels
• Radio Coordination: Maintain radio contact with field staff and respond to requests in accordance with procedures
• Weather Monitoring: Track weather conditions using local news, monitors, and reporting systems
• System Input: Enter roadway conditions and closures into the RCRS system at required intervals
• Leave Tracking: Maintain leave records, post daily leave slips, and run leave type reports
• Claims Support: Gather information for tort claims and coordinate with county assistants to provide details to adjustors

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Graduation from high school; o r
• An 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 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 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.