Administration and Management Trainee

THE POSITION

Are you looking to start a career in the field of human resources? The Department of Environmental Protection's Human Resources Office is looking for a candidate with excellent analytical and communication skills to participate in a paid, 12-month, on-the-job, training program as an Administration and Management Trainee with our agency's Employee Relations and Workforce Support section. Upon successful completion of this training year, you will be promoted to Human Resource Analyst 1. Apply today for this exciting opportunity!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports employee relations, performance management, and general administrative functions within the agency. The position plays a key part in maintaining accurate processes and effective communication across staff. As an Administration and Management Trainee in this 12-month training program, you will learn the following duties of this position while gaining valuable skills and experience:

• Employee Relations Support: Review Code of Conduct notifications and investigate reported concerns
• Compensatory Time Coordination: Manage OnBase requests and maintain records for approval processes
• Performance Management Assistance: Support supervisors by preparing and reviewing performance standards, improvement plans, interim evaluation reports, and annual performance evaluation reports.
• Information Tracking: Maintain confidential systems related to ADA accommodations and employee records
• Communication Response: Handle inquiries by phone, email, and mail while directing requests appropriately
• General Administrative Support: Assist with correspondence processing, mailings, and special projects

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days a week with two days in the office. 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 Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $46,827 (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:

• A bachelor's degree, including 15 credits in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 15 credits in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

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.
• 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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• 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.

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