Administrative Officer 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Administrative Officer 1 to manage policy updates, data review, and staff support across the department. The role focuses on equipment management, driver and vehicle data oversight, and improving everyday systems.

You will lead policy development, ensure legal compliance, and guide staff while working a standard 8-4 schedule. Telework is possible part-time up to 3 days weekly, with PA residency required.

Qualifications

• Two years of varied office management or staff work experience and a bachelor's degree.
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Valid driver's license required.
• PA residency requirement must be met.

Responsibilities

• Policy oversight: review policies, update procedures, and implement guidance on equipment and driver management
• Legal compliance: monitor driver and vehicle data records to ensure laws are followed
• Staff guidance: direct staff on equipment rules, policies, and procedures
• Data security: secure storage of sensitive information and controlled data release
• Reporting analysis: compile reports on costs, fleet utilization, and driver behavior
• System development: lead research, selection, deployment of updated vehicle management systems

Skills

Policy updates

Data review

Staff guidance

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

THE POSITION

Take charge of work that keeps essential operations running smoothly across the Commonwealth! As an Administrative Officer 1 with the Department of Environmental Protection, you lead policy updates, review important data, and support employees at every level. This role offers meaningful responsibility and steady opportunities to learn. It is a great fit for someone who enjoys organizing complex information and improving everyday systems.

THE POSITION

Take charge of work that keeps essential operations running smoothly across the Commonwealth! As an Administrative Officer 1 with the Department of Environmental Protection, you lead policy updates, review important data, and support employees at every level. This role offers meaningful responsibility and steady opportunities to learn. It is a great fit for someone who enjoys organizing complex information and improving everyday systems.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role oversees the Equipment Management Section and guides policy development that supports safe, accurate, and efficient equipment operations across the department. As an Administrative Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Policy Oversight: Review policies, update procedures, and implement new guidance to improve equipment and driver management
• Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to Commonwealth and federal laws by monitoring driver and vehicle data records
• Staff Guidance: Provide direction to staff at all levels regarding equipment rules, policies, and procedures
• Data Security: Maintain secure storage of sensitive information and release data only to authorized personnel
• Reporting Analysis: Compile and review reports on operational costs, fleet utilization, and driver behavior
• System Development: Lead research, selection, and deployment of updated vehicle management systems across the department

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per 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 Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008.00 (before taxes).
• 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

• This particular position also requires possession of a valid driver's license.
• 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.

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.