Job title: Administrative Assistant 1
Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Job description: THE POSITIONAre you a highly motivated individual with excellent organizational and research skills? If so, the Department of Transportation, Highway Administration, Chief Executive’s Office is currently on the lookout for someone just like you! We are seeking a detail-oriented person to join our team as an Administrative Assistant 1. This role requires someone who can handle various administrative tasks efficiently and effectively. If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to our team’s success, apply now!DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs an Administrative Assistant 1, you will be providing a vast array of administrative support to the Employee Safety Division Manager. In this role, you will function as a Highway Administration Employee Safety training coordinator, budget coordinator, departmental training coordinator liaison, safety portal administrator, and coordinator liaison for COOP. As a safety professional, you will develop and implement employee safety programs as well as provide guidance and support for state-wide employee safety programs in a manner consistent with legal and procedural requirements and department policies. Your duties will require you to travel throughout the commonwealth, as needed, to provide administrative support to Safety Specialists on numerous safety-related matters, as well as other locations for trainings and meetings. This position requires much autonomy and serves in a critical capacity in providing prompt and outstanding customer service and requires that critical deadlines be met.If you are ready to take your administrative career up a notch, the Highway Administration-Chief Executive’s Office has the perfect opportunity for you!Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theWork 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, upon successful completion of training and probationary period. 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.
- 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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.
Additional Requirements:
- 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
and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at .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 short !See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our .Health & WellnessWe 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 visit and click on the benefits box.*Eligibility rules apply.
Expected salary: $44890 – 67678 per year
Location: Dauphin County, PA
Job date: Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:45:52 GMT
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