Remote Clerical Assistant — Animal Health Programs

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 to support animal health programs across the Commonwealth. This role emphasizes attention to detail and reliable administrative support.

You will handle applications, payments, data entry, and communications while maintaining accurate records. The work schedule is full-time with 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM hours, and telework options may be available part-time.

Qualifications

• Six months as Clerical Assistant 1 or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Program Support: Assist in overseeing animal health program needs and provide steady administrative help
• License Processing: Review and process applications for aquaculture dealer and propagator licenses
• Payment Handling: Process checks and prepare transmittals for accurate financial tracking
• Data Entry Backup: Serve as backup for rabies data entry and help maintain accurate records
• Communication Support: Receive and route incoming telephone calls and provide requested information
• Account Monitoring: Monitor bureau resource accounts and respond promptly to voice and email messages

Skills

Data entry

Tracking correspondence

Customer service

Reviewing and processing applications

Agricultural knowledge / veterinary

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 to support animal health programs across the Commonwealth. This role emphasizes attention to detail and reliable administrative support.

You will handle applications, payments, data entry, and communications while maintaining accurate records. The work schedule is full-time with 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM hours, and telework options may be available part-time.