Commonwealth of PA Hiring for Clerk Typist 2 Dauphin CAO Job at Dauphin, PA Full Time

If you are looking for a rewarding career in Human Services and you want to make a difference in the lives of others by helping to provide benefits to Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable citizens, then the Clerk Typist 2 job is the job for you. DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, and opportunity for advancement.

You will be responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of clerical duties. The performance of these tasks is essential to enhance our ability to provide quality services to the citizens of Pennsylvania. You will engage in a variety of clerical and general office duties by utilizing knowledge of office procedures and systems. Clerk Typist 2s interact with the general public in a courteous and professional manner both in person and via telephone. You should demonstrate basic computer skills as a Clerk Typist 2 performing various office functions including data entry, customer service, scanning, imaging, attaching, filing, answering phones and processing mail and voice mail. This includes all job functions that are necessary to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations. Job duties are carried out under the general supervision of a Clerical Supervisor.

Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work hours and additional information:
DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and shift selection in addition to a great work environment.
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday *May change based on operational needs*
Travel: As needed
Overtime: As needed
Shift Work: No
WORK CONDITIONS: Assigned work duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In Counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.
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Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Qualifications:

• You must have successfully examined and have a current score on file. If you have not already done so, you must first apply to the CLERK TYPISTS 1 & 2 (EXAM) posting and follow the directions provided.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring Preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live in Dauphin County. If no eligible candidates who live in Dauphin County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential functions.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

• Eligibility rules apply.