Administrative Officer 2

Take your experience in office management to the next level! The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking a detail-oriented, hardworking person to join our team in the Bureau of Facilities Management. In this role, you will assist the bureau's director with various tasks and assignments to help support the business operations of all agencies of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. If you are ready to begin an exciting, new opportunity with DGS, apply today!

As an Administrative Officer 2, you will provide technical support and guidance to the Director of the Bureau of Facilities Management. This will include representing the Director at meetings and conferences, as well as attending meetings to present current program updates, details, impact on operations, and concerns from other areas of DGS. In this position, you will work in collaboration with the Director to strategically plan for the bureau's success and future growth. You will play a crucial role in managing administrative tasks, facilitating communication, and assisting the Director in the decision-making process. You can expect to assist with the drafting, updating, and managing contracts for the Bureau of Facility Management. Additionally, you will help with the purchasing of unique services and equipment that is used to maintain DGS owned and managed buildings.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days 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.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; 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.

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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.