Clerical Assistant III

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public office seeks a Clerical Assistant III in Harrisburg for full-time administrative work that includes typing, document management, and public assistance. The role offers a starting salary of $39,785 and potential telework options after initial onboarding. Candidates should possess experience in clerical duties, a strong command of Microsoft Office, and excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off including 12 holidays and vacation time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

State Employees' Retirement System enrollment options

Qualifications

• One year of moderately complex clerical experience or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Exceptional typing skills and computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepares documents, manages files, and provides clerical support.
• Maintains an organized document system and assists the public.
• Performs data entry and phone coverage.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Typing

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

High School or GED

Job description

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Position Information

Section: Bureau of Consumer Protection/Public Protection Division

Class: Clerical Assistant III

Location: Philadelphia

Telework: This position will report to the headquartered location a minimum of 4 days per week. You may have the opportunity to telework the remainder of the week, if desired and based on business need.

Position Type: Full-time, Non-civil service, Union

Work Hours: 8:30 – 5:00

Salary Range: Starting salary of $39,785

Basic Function

An employee in this position performs clerical work which requires the utilization of typing skills and the processing of a variety of documents, including, but not limited to, correspondence and similar documents as well as verifying information, performing arithmetic calculations, and assisting the public in completing governmental forms. Work assignments will involve providing secretarial services to multiple individuals as well as data entry and document management through the use of computers and electronic scanning equipment. Work may involve providing training and guidance to new employees and fulfilling a lead worker role for routine clerical operations. Work is subject to periodic changes in operating procedures and requires some adaptability to shifts in work schedule. Employees work with considerable independence within standard operating procedures, however, detailed supervisory guidance and review is received for new or unusual situations and changes in operating procedures and policies.

Examples Of Duties

• Types and formats documents and letters
• Scans documents
• Uploads scanned documents into database (Practice Manager)
• Inputs data
• Maintains documents in an orderly and safeguarded manner
• Provides phone coverage
• Picks-up and distributes mail and/or deliveries, traveling locally as needed
• Prepares postage for mailing
• Provides front desk receptionist coverage, as needed
• Performs related work as required
  
  

Minimum Experience And Training

• One year as a Clerical Assistant II OR
• One year of moderately complex clerical experience OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Shows initiative, works independently, and is dependable
• Exhibits attention to accuracy and organization
• Possesses computer knowledge necessary to navigate through networks and computer based files
• Exceptional typing skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of document materials
  
  

Health Benefits

This position qualifies you for the Commonwealth's benefits package which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. Medical coverage is available on your first day of employment! Prescription is also available on your first day, for an additional cost for the first 90 days of employment. Dental and vision are available after 90 days of employment as well.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in our benefits.

Paid Time Off

OAG employees receive 12 paid holidays each calendar year, along with earning paid vacation time and sick leave each pay period.

Retirement

For new employees, the State Employees' Retirement System offers various options for enrollment into our retirement plans. You will receive specific information on these options shortly after you begin employment.

To learn more about the benefits available to OAG employees, please review the Summary of Employee Benefits.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Some High School
• High School or GED
• Some College
• Technical College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
  
  

02

Do you have a minimum of one year of moderately complex clerical experience?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Law Enforcement

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