Payroll & Timekeeping Clerk III

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Clerical Assistant 3 to manage payroll and timekeeping across correctional facilities. This role centers on accurate data entry, error resolution, leave tracking, and strong clerical support.

The position offers full-time hours, a daily 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule, and a telework option up to three days per week after six-month probation, with in-Pennsylvania location requirements. Pay is commensurate with duties.

Qualifications

• One year as Clerical Assistant 2 or equivalent clerical experience.
• Moderately complex clerical tasks with accuracy.
• Ability to perform essential job functions and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Process timekeeping and payroll data entries with correct pay rules.
• Resolve errors by reviewing reports and updating records.
• Track leave and absence with proper documentation.
• Prepare and submit reports and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Answer inquiries and maintain filing systems and databases.

Skills

Timekeeping

Payroll

Data entry

Leave tracking

Records management

Administrative support

Customer service

File organization

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Clerical Assistant 3 to manage payroll and timekeeping across correctional facilities. This role centers on accurate data entry, error resolution, leave tracking, and strong clerical support.

The position offers full-time hours, a daily 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule, and a telework option up to three days per week after six-month probation, with in-Pennsylvania location requirements. Pay is commensurate with duties.