Clerical Assistant 1 (Seasonal) - Presque Isle State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a Clerical Assistant 1 to support the front desk, welcome visitors, and assist staff. This seasonal, full-time role helps keep daily park operations organized and ensures information is available to guests.

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with weekends and holidays included; telework is not offered. The position emphasizes dependable service and accurate revenue processing using the park reservation

Qualifications

• Must meet PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Reception Desk Support: Staff the main reception desk and assist visitors with general information
• Visitor Assistance: Provide directions, share park rules, and supply printed or verbal guidance
• Communications Monitoring: Manage phone calls and transmit information to park personnel
• Office Tasks: Handle brochures, copy materials, and support administrative staff with routine duties
• Revenue Processing: Collect, record, and prepare reservation reports using the park reservation system

Job description

THE POSITION

Step into a role where your organization and people skills can shine! The Clerical Assistant 1 position with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources gives you a central part in keeping the front desk and office activities running well. You support visitors, assist staff, and help maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all. This job is a great way to grow professionally while serving the community. Join a team that values helpful service and dependable work!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role provides front desk and general office support that keeps daily operations organized for park staff and visitors. As a Clerical Assistant 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Reception Desk Support: Staff the main reception desk and assist visitors with general information
• Visitor Assistance: Provide directions, share park rules, and supply printed or verbal guidance
• Communications Monitoring: Manage phone calls and transmit information to park personnel
• Office Tasks: Handle brochures, copy materials, and support administrative staff with routine duties
• Revenue Processing: Collect, record, and prepare reservation reports using the park reservation system

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately September 2026 until May 2027 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment approximately September 2027.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Days and shifts will vary and will include weekends and holidays. You will work 37.5 hours per week.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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.

Legal Requirements:

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

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.