AmeriCorps Program Officer

PennSERVE; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

PennSERVE in Harrisburg, PA seeks an Administrative Officer 2 to oversee AmeriCorps programs, ensure compliance, and strengthen program quality. The role supports responsible use of public resources and drives community impact through monitoring and performance review.

You will coordinate with staff to assess risk, develop monitoring plans, and prepare leadership summaries. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Ability to adhere to the values and ethics of the Department of Labor and Industry
• Three or more years of experience in direct service and/or program management
• Three or more years of working with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Program Oversight: Monitor assigned AmeriCorps programs to ensure compliance and strengthen program effectiveness
• Regulation Guidance: Explain federal, state, and PennSERVE requirements and recommend adjustments to improve alignment
• Risk Assessment: Collaborate with staff to evaluate risk levels and support the development of monitoring plans
• Performance Review: Track progress toward objectives, provide feedback, and help develop corrective action plans
• Monitoring Visits: Conduct desk reviews and on-site visits to evaluate compliance and document findings and required actions
• Report Evaluation: Review performance reports for accuracy, request clarifications, and prepare summaries for leadership

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Discretion

Professionalism

Microsoft Office

AmeriCorps experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: $60,538.00 - $92,010.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Sep 3, 2026

State Government

THE POSITION

Step into a meaningful role as an Administrative Officer 2 with PennSERVE in the Department of Labor & Industry. This position helps strengthen AmeriCorps programs that create positive change in communities across the Commonwealth. You will support essential efforts that improve public service, expand opportunities, and advance statewide impact. Join a team that works every day to build stronger connections and stronger communities.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides oversight, guidance, and support to AmeriCorps programs and other national service grants to ensure strong performance and compliance. It plays a central role in strengthening program quality, community impact, and responsible use of public resources. As an Administrative Officer 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Oversight: Monitor assigned AmeriCorps programs to ensure compliance and strengthen program effectiveness
• Regulation Guidance: Explain federal, state, and PennSERVE requirements and recommend adjustments to improve alignment
• Risk Assessment: Collaborate with staff to evaluate risk levels and support the development of monitoring plans
• Performance Review: Track progress toward objectives, provide feedback, and help develop corrective action plans
• Monitoring Visits: Conduct desk reviews and on-site visits to evaluate compliance and document findings and required actions
• Report Evaluation: Review performance reports for accuracy, request clarifications, and prepare summaries for leadership

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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: 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

THE POSITION

Step into a meaningful role as an Administrative Officer 2 with PennSERVE in the Department of Labor & Industry. This position helps strengthen AmeriCorps programs that create positive change in communities across the Commonwealth. You will support essential efforts that improve public service, expand opportunities, and advance statewide impact. Join a team that works every day to build stronger connections and stronger communities.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides oversight, guidance, and support to AmeriCorps programs and other national service grants to ensure strong performance and compliance. It plays a central role in strengthening program quality, community impact, and responsible use of public resources. As an Administrative Officer 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Oversight: Monitor assigned AmeriCorps programs to ensure compliance and strengthen program effectiveness
• Regulation Guidance: Explain federal, state, and PennSERVE requirements and recommend adjustments to improve alignment
• Risk Assessment: Collaborate with staff to evaluate risk levels and support the development of monitoring plans
• Performance Review: Track progress toward objectives, provide feedback, and help develop corrective action plans
• Monitoring Visits: Conduct desk reviews and on-site visits to evaluate compliance and document findings and required actions
• Report Evaluation: Review performance reports for accuracy, request clarifications, and prepare summaries for leadership

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 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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: 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must demonstrate the ability to adhere to the values and ethics of the Department of Labor and Industry.
• You must demonstrate the ability to work with professionalism, discretion, and good work ethic.
• You must have solid written and verbal communication skills.
• You must show initiative and problem-solving skills.
• You must have one or more years of experience working with or serving a state service commission, AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, Peace Corps, or the Corporation for National and Community Service dba the AmeriCorps agency.
• You must have three or more years of experience in direct service and/or program management.
• You must have three or more years of working with Microsoft Office products.
• 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html 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.