Clerical Assistant 1 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4804431) Apply  Clerical Assistant 1 Salary $35,469.00 - $48,947.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2025-17342 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Mtr Vhcls Opening Date 01/29/2025 Closing Date 2/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 00101 Position Number 00248367 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit A1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau / Division Code 00087100 Bureau / Division TR Mtr Vhcls Worksite Address 1101 S. Front Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17104 Contact Name Janelle Beasley and Rayna Lemelle Contact Phone 717.783.1162 Contact Email ra-pddotcentraljobs@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION The Department of Transportation is on the lookout for a Clerical Assistant 1 to join their team. This role involves the crucial tasks of receiving, opening, sorting, batching, and delivering all incoming and outgoing documents for both the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and the Bureau of Driver Licensing. If you are interested in this opportunity, do not hesitate to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will be responsible for receiving mail from the post office, which arrives in bags and trays, as well as certified registered mail at the Dock, where a signature is mandatory. Your duties will include sorting the mail to identify and separate BMV and BDL tasks, placing them into designated grey bins for efficient delivery. You will also open and sort mail, repair any damaged items, and log and scan bulk packages. Utilizing a mail slitter machine, you will open envelopes while ensuring the machine is kept clean. Bulk packages will be scanned and recorded in the WTS System using a handheld scanner, with the information subsequently downloaded into the system. You will need to read addresses carefully to differentiate between pipeline and delivery work for various locations. The position requires making at least two trips daily for mail pickup and delivery. Additionally, you will extract all contents from envelopes, flatten documents, remove staples and paper clips, and mend any torn papers with tape. You will also read form numbers, assemble checks and documents, and organize them according to CARATS and DL sorting procedures. Employees are expected to meet a monthly target of processing 70-79 pieces of mail per hour. You will log and date stamp all On-Line Messenger work and communicate with internal customers via email or phone regarding bulk packages at the Dock. Completing batch headers and organizing applications into transporters or folders is also part of your responsibilities, along with sorting miscellaneous applications at the back mail table. You will distribute and collect work from Mail Opening staff and place items on shelves for the Key Entry area as needed. Regular dock rotation is required, and you must be available for overtime as requested by the Bureau. Additional related duties may be assigned as necessary. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00248367) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 80 hours bi-weekly. + Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch (12:00 PM to 12:30 PM). + 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 & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Additional Requirements: + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): + Six or more months of experience using a computer. Legal Requirements: + You must pass a background investigation. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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. 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Preferred criteria:Do you have at least six months of experience using a computer? + Yes + No Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov