Clerical Assistant 1 - Bureau of Motor Vehicles

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg is seeking a Clerical Assistant 1 to support daily mail processing, document preparation, and workspace organization in a busy state environment.

The role involves mail handling, package processing with handheld equipment, and coordinating delivery across assigned areas. Telework is not available; standard hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to sort, file and organize documents with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Mail handling: receive, open, sort, and batch mail for multiple program areas.
• Package processing: scan and log bulk packages using handheld equipment.
• Document preparation: remove staples, flatten documents, mend torn items and organize materials for transport.
• Work distribution: deliver and pick up mail and maintain dock rotation.
• Customer contact: notify staff when bulk packages arrive and provide updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Time management

Tools

Handheld scanner

Job description

NOTE: This posting will close on October 5, 2026 or after a total of 50 applications are received, whichever occurs first.

The Department of Transportation, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, is looking for a Clerical Assistant 1 who is ready to make a positive impact. This position allows you to play an important role in organizing, sorting, and preparing incoming work. You will be part of a busy environment that values commitment and steady effort. Bring your focus and reliability to a team that keeps statewide services running efficiently.

This position supports daily mail processing and workspace organization that ensures accurate and timely handling of incoming and outgoing work. As a Clerical Assistant 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Mail Handling: Receive, open, sort, and batch mail for multiple program areas
• Package Processing: Scan and log bulk packages into required systems using handheld equipment
• Document Preparation: Remove staples, flatten documents, mend torn items, and organize materials for transport
• Work Distribution: Deliver and pick up mail throughout assigned areas and maintain rotation at the dock
• Customer Contact: Notify internal staff when bulk packages arrive and provide updates as needed

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 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements:

• 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.