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Reference #: 4441997 THE POSITION Are you a detail-oriented person with great organizational skills? This Clerical Assistant 3 position in the Office of Child Development and Early Learning provides an exciting opportunity to work with parents and providers to ensure the children of Pennsylvania receive the quality child care and early learning services they deserve. Do not miss out on this chance to make a difference - apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Clerical Assistant 3, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive and complex clerical support for the Northeast Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) in carrying out the mandated functions of the licensing and approval of regional early learning programs. In this role, you will serve as the lead worker for clerical functions in the Scranton office. This includes assigning work and reviewing work for completion. You will also provide on-the-job training related to the clerical functions of the regional office for Clerical Assistant 2s.

In addition, you will receive, assign, review, and process Family Child Care Home (FCCH), Group Child Care Home (GCCH), and Child Care Center (CCC) applications. This includes reviewing certificate of orientation, certificates of occupancy, tax verification information, child abuse, criminal history, FBI clearances, NSOR clearance, out-of-state clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, and Health and Safety Training verification, for errors and completeness. In this position, you must have knowledge in appropriate laws, regulations, policies, and procedures as they pertain to the certification of early learning programs.

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 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the Northeast Regional office in Scranton. During the training period more frequent days in the office may be required. The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. 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 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (commonwealth title); or One year of moderately complex clerical experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand 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 requir ments will 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.

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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.

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.