Clerical Assistant 1 (Limited Term)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Williamsport is seeking a Clerical Assistant 1 to support the Department of Environmental Protection by keeping program records organized and assisting with front desk duties.

This limited-term, full-time position runs for 6 months with hours 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and telework is not available. Responsibilities include scanning, data entry, greeting visitors, screening calls, and operating standard office equipment.

Qualifications

• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Record scanning into the electronic repository using designated scanning equipment.
• Prepare materials for digitizing by organizing, reviewing, and arranging files for scanning.
• Input accurate information following required formatting and quality standards to ensure complete and reliable records.
• Greet visitors, provide sign in procedures, and direct them to the correct staff or office.
• Answer incoming calls and route them to the appropriate staff or program area.
• Operate standard office equipment to support daily operations and clerical tasks.

Job description

Salary: $17.88 Hourly

Location: Lycoming County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Limited Term Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2026-60497-00101

Department: Department of Environmental Protection

Division: EP NC Rgnl Off Williamsport

Opening Date: 10/09/2026

Closing Date: 10/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 00101

Position Number: 50695914

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: A1

Pay Group: ST02

Bureau / Division Code: 00354400

Bureau / Division: Northcentral Regional Office

Worksite Address: 208 W Third Street

City: Williamsport, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 17701

Contact Name: OA, CE DEP

Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Join the Department of Environmental Protection as a Clerical Assistant 1 and help keep essential information organized and accessible! This role supports key office functions while contributing to smooth daily operations. During your limited term, you will be part of a team that values accuracy, consistency, and strong customer service. Bring your attention to detail and enjoy meaningful work that supports environmental programs across the state!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps maintain and organize program records while also assisting with front desk responsibilities as needed. As a Clerical Assistant 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Record Scanning: Scan large drawings and documents into the electronic repository using designated scanning equipment
• Document Preparation: Prepare materials for digitizing by organizing, reviewing, and arranging files for scanning
• Data Entry: Input accurate information following required formatting and quality standards to ensure complete and reliable records
• Visitor Support: Greet visitors, provide sign in procedures, and direct them to the correct staff or office
• Call Screening: Answer incoming calls and route them to the appropriate staff or program area
• Office Equipment Use: Operate standard office equipment to support daily operations and clerical tasks

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Limited term, full-time employment for 6 months
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Hourly Rate: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting hourly rate of $17.88 (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

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• 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.