Clerical Assistant 2 - SCI Greene

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Amwell Township (PA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring for a Clerical Assistant 2 at SCI Greene within the Department of Corrections. This full-time role supports daily operations by managing records, assisting visitors, and organizing materials to help staff stay efficient.

It emphasizes accurate information handling and reliable clerical work. Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Qualifications

• Six months as Clerical Assistant 1 or equivalent Federal Government job title.
• Graduation from high school.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Information Processing: Record, prepare, and distribute information for the medical department.
• Reception Duties: Answer calls, assist visitors, process mail, and respond to inquiries.
• File Maintenance: Open, organize, and store electronic files according to policy.
• Inventory Support: Monitor office supplies and maintain equipment as needed.
• Report Handling: Create, print, and distribute requested reports and documents.
• Confidentiality Compliance: Maintain privacy standards inside and outside the office.

Education

High school diploma

Six months Clerical Assistant 1 experience or equivalent

Job description

Clerical Assistant 2 - Department of Corrections at SCI Greene

The Clerical Assistant 2 position with the Department of Corrections at SCI Greene provides an opportunity to support a team that relies on clear and timely information. You will help manage records, assist visitors, and keep essential materials in order. Your work will strengthen daily operations and help staff stay organized. The agency welcomes detail-oriented individuals who take pride in dependable clerical work.

This role centers on organizing information, assisting with daily office tasks, and supporting communication throughout the department. You will help maintain accurate records, manage inquiries, and support the operational needs of the office.

• Information Processing: Record, prepare, and distribute information for the medical department
• Reception Duties: Answer calls, assist visitors, process mail, and respond to inquiries
• File Maintenance: Open, organize, and store electronic files according to policy
• Inventory Support: Monitor office supplies and maintain equipment as needed
• Report Handling: Create, print, and distribute requested reports and documents
• Confidentiality Compliance: Maintain privacy standards inside and outside the office

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 7:30 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: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,831 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);
  • Graduation from high school;
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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.