Clerical Assistant 1 (Seasonal) - Cook Forest State Park Complex

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a unique opportunity at the Cook Forest State Park Complex as a Clerical Assistant 1, where your organizational and customer service skills will shine. You'll play a vital role in creating unforgettable experiences for visitors by providing essential support and information. This seasonal full-time position allows you to engage with guests in a beautiful environment, making it a rewarding experience. If you're ready to elevate your career in hospitality while working in a stunning natural setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to provide clerical and office support.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and provide essential information about the park.
• Assist in the camp and cabin rental process.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Clerical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Do you want to gain valuable experience in hospitality while working in a truly unique setting? If so, your moment has arrived! The Cook Forest State Park Complex offers an exceptional opportunity for an organized and friendly individual ready to transform our guests' vacations into unforgettable experiences. Do not miss this chance to develop your skills and elevate your career in a beautiful environment. Join us today, by taking the first step towards a rewarding future, and discover the success that awaits you!

As a Clerical Assistant 1, you will be key in providing vital clerical and office support within the Cook Forest State Park Complex, including Ridge Campground, Cook Forest, and Clear Creek Park offices. Your welcoming presence will be invaluable as you warmly greet visitors and provide them with essential information about the park. You will assist in the camp and cabin rental process, ensuring visitors have everything they need for an enjoyable stay.

In addition to distributing informative literature that enhances their experience, you will guide individuals to the correct locations and efficiently collect any necessary information. Your ability to thoughtfully manage phone calls by screening and routing them will also contribute to a smooth visitor experience. Your efforts will help create a supportive and informative atmosphere, ensuring guests feel valued and well-informed during their visit. This position in the state park office lobby will allow you to engage with many visitors, particularly during the peak season, making it a rewarding opportunity.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal Full-time employment without benefits.
• Shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed at 37.5 hours per week.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

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.