THE POSITION
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- Full\-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday \- Friday, with a 30\-minute lunch.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
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- Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and bachelor's degree; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training..
- You must have a proven understanding in data management and reporting
- You must have advanced interpersonal communication skills
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Experience managing invoicing.
- Experience with grants.
- Experience reviewing reports
- 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.
- Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- 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 for additional information.
- 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.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
- Eligibility rules apply.
The Department of Agriculture is excited to announce an opening for the Administrative Officer 1 role within our Grants Management Division. We are looking for a dedicated and proactive individual who is passionate about making a difference through community\-focused programs and has a robust grant management background. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to impactful initiatives, we encourage you to apply today and join our mission to support meaningful change!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Administrative Officer 1 in the Grants Management Division, you will be at the forefront of managing various tasks essential to the Bureau’s grant programs. You will take charge of evaluating, analyzing, and creating operational procedures for all grants administered by the department. Your role will require you to confidently exercise initiative and independent judgment while adhering to established laws and policies. Your expertise will play a vital role in the success of our grants management efforts.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
* Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part\-time, up to 5 days per pay 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. 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING \& ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
How to Apply:
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.
* Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
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.
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