Clerical Assistant 2 - Adams County Assistance Office

THE POSITION

The Clerical Assistant 2 role at the Adams County Assistance Office gives you the chance to help people every day. You will join a team that works hard to support community members who need important services. This position is great for someone who enjoys staying organized and helping others stay on track. Your work will make a real difference in the lives of local families.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the daily operations of the office by helping clients, staff, and supervisors with important clerical tasks. You will work with computer systems, office equipment, and the public to keep information organized and up to date. As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Data Entry Support: Enter client information into computer systems and update records accurately
• Client Assistance: Greet visitors, answer phones, and guide individuals to the correct staff member
• Office Operations: Operate office equipment and help maintain supplies and work areas
• Record Management: File documents, organize records, and prepare materials for shredding when needed
• Mail Processing: Open, sort, and distribute mail to the proper staff members

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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 Guidelines.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Adams County. If no eligible candidates who live within Adams County apply for this position candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• You must pass a background investigation.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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,