Clerical Assistant 2 - Subsurface Geology Section, Pittsburgh

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
400 Waterfront Drive (Show on map)
Jul 18, 2025
THE POSITION The Bureau of Geologic Survey is currently searching for an efficient, energetic, and detail oriented individual to become a dedicated member of our Pittsburgh team. The Clerical Assistant 2 in this position will provide office support to the Subsurface Geology Section staff members in an effort to promote smooth operations! If this sounds exciting to you, apply today to become a member of our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Clerical Assistant 2 in this position will provide clerical and office support within the Section, as well as serving as the first point of contact for any member of the public. Responsibilities include assuring that data processing is completed efficiently and effectively, organize and maintain file areas, storage rooms, visitor area, conference room, and library. You will be required to order and maintain office supply levels as instructed, as well as all aspects of maintenance and operations requirements for vehicles assigned to the Section. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Travel may be required to attend annual Bureau events. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) up to 50% of the time, pending 6 month probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,108 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY 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); or Graduation from high school; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 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. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.