Clerical Assistant 1 - Bureau of Motor Vehicles

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, PennDOT, seeks a Clerical Assistant 1 to support mail and workflow operations in a fast-paced environment. You will process, sort, and deliver mail to keep the Bureau of Motor Vehicles running smoothly.

This full-time role offers daytime hours, no telework, and opportunities to build clerical skills while serving the public.

Responsibilities

• Mail handling: receive, open, sort, and batch incoming/outgoing mail for BMV and the Bureau of Driver Licensing (BDL)
• Package logging: log bulk packages into tracking systems using handheld devices
• Document prep: flatten documents, remove staples, mend damaged pages, and prepare materials for processing
• Work delivery: complete multiple daily trips to pick up and deliver mail throughout the facility
• Customer contact: notify internal staff when packages arrive and coordinate proper routing
• Batch processing: assemble applications, date-stamp materials, and place work in correct folders or bins

Job description

THE POSITION

Would you thrive in a role where you could support essential operations that help important documents reach the right place every day? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a committed Clerical Assistant 1 who would enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. This position allows you to support vital mail and workflow operations that keep services running smoothly. You will work with a helpful team while enhancing your clerical skills. Apply today to start building a strong foundation for your future in public service!

THE POSITION

Would you thrive in a role where you could support essential operations that help important documents reach the right place every day? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a committed Clerical Assistant 1 who would enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. This position allows you to support vital mail and workflow operations that keep services running smoothly. You will work with a helpful team while enhancing your clerical skills. Apply today to start building a strong foundation for your future in public service!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the processing, sorting, and delivery of mail and documents that keep the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) running efficiently. As a Clerical Assistant 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Mail Handling: Receive, open, sort, and batch incoming and outgoing mail for BMV and the Bureau of Driver Licensing (BDL)
• Package Logging: Scan and log bulk packages into tracking systems using handheld devices
• Document Prep: Flatten documents, remove staples, mend damaged pages, and prepare materials for processing
• Work Delivery: Complete multiple daily trips to pick up and deliver mail throughout the facility
• Customer Contact: Notify internal staff when packages arrive and coordinate proper routing
• Batch Processing: Assemble applications, date-stamp materials, and place work in correct folders or bins

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment , 37.5 hours/week
• Work hours are 7:0 AM to 3:00 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.

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.