Clerical Assistant - State Correctional Institution at Phoenix

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix is seeking an organized, positive individual to provide clerical support at our facility. If you are a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, organized, and detail oriented, as well as having a strong interest in clerical work, this may be the position for you.

We offer a competitive salary and state benefits including health insurance, dental, vision, as well as life insurance coverage. We also have an excellent vacation, sick and holiday package, as well as a retirement plan.

If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you! Apply today to join our dedicated team!

As a Clerk Typist 2 you will provide clerical and office support to your assigned institution. You will be responsible for filing, typing a variety of documents, and inputting data for various departments within the institution. In addition you will be required to operate office equipment and maintain computer databases and records.

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

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday‑Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,108 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• 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.

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must understand how to efficiently use and navigate a personal computer.
• Two (2) years or more of experience with the Microsoft systems (Word/Excel/Outlook, etc.) and other software packages to create and maintain spreadsheets, calendars, documents, rosters, etc.
• Previous experience with various office equipment such as scanner, printer, fax machine, computer, tablet, telephone, personal communication devices, etc.
• Previous experience working in an office setting as a clerk and/or personal assistant.
• Previous experience with electronic communication tools/skills, such as video conferencing, and creating meetings in Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
• Previous experience combining and manipulating documents in Adobe Pro.
• You must have proficient keyboarding skills.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

• 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.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 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.