Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Clerk Typist 2 (Local Government) - Allegheny County C&Y
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289
THE POSITIONAre you searching for a rewarding clerical opportunity where your work will help children and families in need? Do not miss this Clerk Typist 2 position! Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Children, Youth, and Families is seeking hard-working, forward-thinking applicants who are dedicated to the safety, security, protection, and stability of children within our county. Join our clerical team and help provide a wide range of options for children and families.
DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will assist our Intake Office (IO) by providing clerical support involving typing and processing of information, serving as office receptionist, and assisting with the smooth operation of the office. You will be responsible for typing and preparing documents, reports, correspondence, and other material from rough draft or hard copy. This includes maintaining a variety of lists for child placements, court project requests, police reports, and related IO functions. Work utilizes Microsoft Office and other computer programs. You will also greet and direct visitors, answer phone calls, and help with calming a visitor or caller until staff arrives. Make a positive difference in your community with our team!Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 60-minute lunch.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Six months as a Clerk Typist 1 and educational development to the level of eighth grade;
orCompletion of a high school business curriculum which included at least one typing course;
orAny combination of equivalent 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.Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Allegheny County. If no eligible candidates who live within Allegheny 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).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.
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 ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will assist our Intake Office (IO) by providing clerical support involving typing and processing of information, serving as office receptionist, and assisting with the smooth operation of the office. You will be responsible for typing and preparing documents, reports, correspondence, and other material from rough draft or hard copy. This includes maintaining a variety of lists for child placements, court project requests, police reports, and related IO functions. Work utilizes Microsoft Office and other computer programs. You will also greet and direct visitors, answer phone calls, and help with calming a visitor or caller until staff arrives. Make a positive difference in your community with our team!Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 60-minute lunch.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Six months as a Clerk Typist 1 and educational development to the level of eighth grade;
orCompletion of a high school business curriculum which included at least one typing course;
orAny combination of equivalent 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.Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Allegheny County. If no eligible candidates who live within Allegheny 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).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.
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 ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.