Administrative Assistant - Sproul Forest District

THE POSITION

Are you prepared to advance your career in administration? If the answer is yes, consider applying for the role of Administrative Assistant 1 with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. This exciting opportunity allows you to leverage your administrative skills and experience to provide essential clerical support, playing a vital role in ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. In this position, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department, making it an ideal fit for someone eager to make a meaningful impact.

Do not miss your chance to be part of a dedicated team—apply today!

As an Administrative Assistant 1, your primary role will involve delivering essential administrative support to the Bureau of Forestry staff at Sproul State Forest. This includes the preparation of various documents related to personnel, purchasing, and budgetary matters, which will require your attention for the Forest District Manager’s approval. You will be tasked with the ongoing review and monitoring of the budget, utilizing the SAP system to access a range of reports and other inquiry data to ensure accurate account coding is maintained throughout the budget administration process.

Additionally, you will be responsible for generating all purchase orders, Non-POs, and shopping carts for necessary supplies and services, leveraging statewide contracts as appropriate within the SAP/SRM system to facilitate efficient procurement.

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

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

• Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four‑year college or university or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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