Clerical Assistant 2 - Loysville Youth Development Center, Perry County

THE POSITION

The Department of Human Services, Loysville Youth Development Center (LYDC) is seeking a Clerical Assistant 2 who is ready to take on a role that keeps vital operations running smoothly. You will help maintain accurate records and support key processes that impact youth programs. This opportunity allows you to build valuable skills while contributing to an important mission. Bring your strengths to a team that appreciates responsibility and initiative.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports essential clerical functions that ensure reports, records, and daily tasks are carried out with accuracy and professionalism.

As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Report Editing: Review complex reports, identify inconsistencies, and follow up with staff to ensure accuracy
• Mail Oversight: Log, screen, and distribute resident mail while monitoring for restricted or questionable content
• Account Management: Record, track, and reconcile financial transactions for multiple accounts
• Record Maintenance: Update logs, files, and electronic systems to ensure complete and current information
• Meeting Support: Prepare minutes, finalize documentation, and distribute approved materials
• Administrative Tasks: Handle calls, prepare correspondence, and assist with a wide range of clerical needs

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, Monday thru Friday with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Hours can vary based on facility needs.
• Travel and overtime as needed.
• Free parking available at this facility.
• DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement.
• Telework: After completing the probationary period, you may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days a week. 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 o report to the headquarters office in Loysville, Pennsylvania. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting salary of $36,831.00 (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 Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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 qu