Business Manager (Administrative Officer 2)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework allowed

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Administrative Officer 2 to lead the bureau’s budgeting and oversee clerical and administrative support initiatives, helping the department maintain its environmental monitoring and accreditation standards.

As the Business Manager and Facility Maintenance Manager for the Bureau of Laboratories, you will supervise staff, coordinate cross‑bureau services, and work with the Bureau Director to advance operational

Qualifications

• One year as Administrative Officer 1 or equivalent.
• Three years in progressively responsible office management including budgeting or procurement.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• PA residency requirement and ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Direct administrative and management support services for the Bureau of Laboratories.
• Supervise administrative personnel and support daily activities.
• Coordinate services and resources for Bureau of Laboratories staff and other DEP bureaus in the facility.
• Manage business operations and ensure efficient delivery of support functions.
• Exercise independent judgment and provide executive support to the Bureau Director.

Skills

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Administrative leadership

Facilities coordination

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you looking to pursue an advanced role within the Commonwealth? The Department of Environmental Protection may have the perfect position for you! As our Administrative Officer 2, you will take charge of developing and overseeing the bureaus budget while also coordinating its clerical and administrative support initiatives. Your efforts will be crucial in achieving the bureau’s objectives, aiding the department’s environmental monitoring and enforcement activities, as well as ensuring the laboratory maintains its accreditation standards.

As the Business Manager and Facility Maintenance Manager for the Bureau of Laboratories, you will oversee administrative and operational support functions that help the laboratory facility run effectively. You will provide leadership, coordinate resources, and support employees across multiple Department of Environmental Protection programs.

As a Business Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Operational Leadership: Direct administrative and management support services for the Bureau of Laboratories
• Staff Supervision: Guide administrative personnel and support their daily work activities
• Facility Support: Coordinate services and resources for Bureau of Laboratories staff and employees from other DEP bureaus working in the facility
• Business Administration: Manage business operations and help ensure efficient delivery of support functions
• Decision Making: Exercise independent judgment and make recommendations on administrative and operational matters
• Executive Support: Work closely with the Bureau Director to support bureau goals and organizational needs

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 (ad hoc basis), upon successful completion of the probationary period. 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 $60,538.00 (before taxes)
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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.

Other Requirements:

• 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.

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.

• 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.