Administrative Assistant 1 AU
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Administrative Assistant 1 AU
Salary
$45,907.00 - $69,203.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-50113
Department
Department of the Auditor General
Division
AU Bur Fire Relief Auds
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
5/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
A0615
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
W1
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
00925032
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Fire Relief Audits
Worksite Address
Finance Building Room 320
Worksite Address
613 North Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Name
Courtney Brodbeck
Contact Phone
717.787.3192
Contact Email
HR@paauditor.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Department of the Auditor General is looking for a highly motivated individual who is interested in a rewarding administrative position to join our team. In this Administrative Assistant 1 role, you will perform a variety of office, administrative, and clerical duties to help our Bureau of Fire Relief Audits stay organized and effective. This hardworking team's audits make sure state aid is used to equip and protect volunteer firefighters and the communities they serve. Apply now to take pride in a role where your attention and energy make a difference each day!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Administrative Assistant 1 with our Bureau of Fire Relief Audits, your responsibilities will involve providing reliable clerical and office assistance that keeps daily operations on track and running smoothly. This position gives you a chance to learn, grow, and contribute to important work with a statewide impact. With our team, you will perform the following duties:
Data Management:Perform data entry into and retrieve information from the department's Audit Tracking System
Communications Support:Answer and direct incoming telephone calls, take messages; process incoming and outgoing mail
Report Processing:Format audit reports submitted by field personnel for Director/Assistant Director review; process reports of reviewed audits for Deputy review and release; upload and electronically file released audit reports
Document Management:Duplicate, scan, mail, and file documents; archive electronic audit working papers
Quality Control Assistance:Review and update Commonwealth Property Checklists (CPC) in the CPC database for bureau staff to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the Department's policy and procedures
Office Workflow Support: Maintain and order supplies; operate and help others operate various office equipment including copiers and scanners,
General Assistance:Assist with special projects, help provide on-the-job training for administrative personnel, and serve as backup for various bureau administrative duties
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report to headquarters at least once per week. 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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:
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 Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Your application must include aresume.
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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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 Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone. Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination 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. In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.
The Department of the Auditor General's DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates. We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic. We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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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
How much college coursework have you completed?
120 credits or more
90 but less than 120 credits
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
02
How many years of full-time paraprofessional level or higher experience do you possess?
4 years or more
3 years to less than 4 years
2 years to less than 3 years
1 year to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
03
Did you attach a copy of your college transcript?
Yes
No
04
Did you attach a copy of your resume?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
