Administrative Assistant 1 (Permanent) - Bureau of Forestry, Dauphin County

The Bureau of Forestry in Dauphin County is on the lookout for a committed and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant 1 to join our team. If you have strong administrative skills and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting environmental and forestry initiatives, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of Pennsylvania's valuable forest resources for future generations. This position is ideal for those who thrive in a dynamic environment and seek to make a meaningful impact while advancing their administrative careers. We invite you to apply for this fulfilling role, where you can develop your skills and play a crucial part in supporting essential forestry services in Dauphin County.

In this role, you will provide administrative staff support to the Division of Forest Health (FH) within the Bureau of Forestry. The position entails supporting the development of a spending plan for special funds and managing the budget for the 10397 appropriation. Key tasks include preparing adjustments for encumbrances and expenditures, as well as implementing necessary budget changes and liquidation requests. The role also involves generating various budget reports from the business warehouse to analyze commitments and expenditures, which aids in identifying issues for discussion.

Additionally, fiscal reports are created for specific requirements, such as year-end projections, while budget tracking sheets are maintained to oversee expenditures related to grants, contracts, and purchase orders. In addition, you will handle all purchasing card activities for the division, which includes reconciling statements, reallocating expenses, verifying account codes, and maintaining accurate records. Furthermore, they provide similar support for corporate travel cards within the division.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 1 day per month. 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: 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college or university or any 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).
• 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.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.

• 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.