Administrative Officer 1, Auditor General

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg, Madison (Dauphin County, WI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Administrative Officer to join their Bureau of Municipal Pension Audits team. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while providing essential clerical and office support. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. With a focus on teamwork and independent decision-making, you will help ensure the bureau operates efficiently. This position also offers the potential for student loan forgiveness and excellent benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in public service.

Benefits

Student Loan Forgiveness

Health Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Telework Opportunities

Qualifications

• Two years of office management experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and office support within the bureau.
• Supervise administrative staff to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Office Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

THE POSITION

The Department of the Auditor General is looking for a highly motivated individual who is interested in a rewarding administrative position to join our team. This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and provides excellent health, savings and retirement benefits. The biggest benefit of all is the impact you can have to make Pennsylvania stronger.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Department of Auditor General is looking for an Administrative Officer 1 to join the Bureau of Municipal Pension Audits team. In this role, you will provide clerical and office support within the bureau, and supervision of administrative staff, to ensure operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. An Administrative Officer's work relies on strong attention to detail; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams; and excellent communications skills. Your work will also involve independent decision making regarding work assignments, planning, and execution with regular review and discussion with the Director as well as Assistant Director.

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) full-time. You must be available to report to the headquarters, as needed for business operations. 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.
• This position is headquartered in the Capital Complex Finance Building; however, employees are allowed to participate in the Department's telework program. Employees in this position may be required to report to the Harrisburg Headquarters occasionally with only 24 to 48 hours' notice. Employees will not be reimbursed for expenses related to that commute, including mileage, tolls, parking, hotels and meals.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $50,836.00 (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:

• Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Your application must include a resume.
• 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.

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 Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone. Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination 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. In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.

The Department of the Auditor General's DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates. We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic. We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.