Clerical Assistant 3 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/5012931) Apply  Clerical Assistant 3 Salary $40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2025-30077 Department Pennsylvania State Police Division SP Crml Rcds Sect Opening Date 07/25/2025 Closing Date 7/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 00103 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit A1 Pay Group ST04 Bureau / Division Code 00209425 Bureau / Division Bureau of Records and Identification, Criminal Records Section Worksite Address 1800 Elmerton Avenue City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17110 Contact Name PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement Contact Email RA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you looking for career that supports public safety and offers rewarding challenges? Do you enjoy gathering and analyzing information to make confident and informed decisions? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Bureau of Records and Identification, Criminal Records Section is seeking a motivated and dependable Clerical Assistant 3 who thrives in a busy office environment. If you want an opportunity for professional growth while utilizing your talents to process criminal history requests and make identity determinations, then we encourage you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Clerical Assistant 3, you will process requests for Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) from non-criminal justice agencies, individuals via mail, and the Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH) and use electronic databases to review, update, and respond to requests. You will interpret and apply v arious crime codes, active and inactive dates, and offense grading. You will also e nsure that only appropriate data is released for individual and non-criminal justice agency responses. This role requires the ability to independently r eview and interpret complex final court dispositions and make accurate decisions concerning outcomes. In addition, you will u pdate Pennsylvania crimes code listings in accordance with legislative changes and c ommunicate with courts, police departments, state institutions, and other law enforcement agencies to modify and correct criminal history arrest information. 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=00254137) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + Free parking + Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. + Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $40,685.00 (before taxes). + 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 job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or + One year of moderately complex clerical experience; or + An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: + You must be willing to work on site full-time. Teleworking is not an option as part of this position's work schedule. + You must be able to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): + One or more years of customer service experience. + One or more years of data entry experience. Legal Requirements: + A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. + You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. 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). + 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 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 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 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Clerical Assistant 2 (or as a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerk 2 classification or as a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerk Typist 2 classification) for one or more years full-time? + Yes + No 02 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 How many years of full-time moderately complex clerical experience do you possess? + 1 year or more + 6 months but less than 1 year + Less than 6 months + None 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link. For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. + 30 credits or more + 15 but less than 30 credits + Less than 15 credits + None 06 Additional Requirement- Do you understand that teleworking is not an option as part of this position's work schedule? + Yes + No 07 Preferred Requirement:Do you have one or more years of customer service experience? + Yes + No 08 Preferred Requirement:Do you have one or more years of data entry experience? + Yes + No Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov