Human Resource Assistant 2 - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Job Details

Human Resource Assistant 2Print ( Resource Assistant 2Salary$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 AnnuallyLocationSchuylkill County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-14517-05630DepartmentExecutive OfficesDivisionEX OA HROO CR Fl Off 10Opening Date12/16/2024Closing Date12/30/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code05630Position Number00186987UnionNon UnionBargaining UnitA3Pay GroupST05Bureau / Division Code00813790Bureau / DivisionDepartment of Corrections; Human Resource Field Office 10Worksite AddressState Correctional Institution at FrackvilleWorksite Address1111 Altamont BoulevardCityFrackville, PennsylvaniaZip Code17931Contact NameBrittany BradfordContact [email protected]+ Description+ Benefits+ QuestionsTHE POSITIONAre you ready to take your human resources career to the next level by supporting a team that strives to create success, inside and out? The Department of Corrections (DOC) Human Resource Office Region 10 is seeking a motivated and organized Human Resource Assistant 2. In this role, you will provide paraprofessional human resource work within the DOC HR Office at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Mahanoy and Frackville and serve as our office's primary time advisor. If you are interested in a career with human resource work, we encourage you to apply to join our dedicated team!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, your primary role will be independently serving as the time advisor, responsible for auditing, monitoring, overseeing, and recommending appropriate action to the timekeepers and the time and attendance program in the region. You will work closely with Field Human Resource Officers and determine training needs, develop training programs, and conduct training to support and assist four timekeepers.Your work will provide the satisfaction of solving routine timekeeping problems daily and offer opportunities to learn and grow with guidance from your supervisor in unusual situations. You will also gain thorough knowledge the collective bargaining agreements, schedules, regulations, and rules that ensure our employees are paid fairly, appropriately, and timely. Bring your unique skills to the table and thrive with us!Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description ( .Work 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) only during inclement weather. 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 Frackville.+ 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:+ One year as a Human Resource Assistant 1 (Commonwealth title);or+ One year of clerical or other comparable experience and one year of beginning level paraprofessional human resource or equal opportunity work;or+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.Other Requirements:+ You must meet the PA residency requirement ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:+ 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .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.EXAMINATION INFORMATION+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:+ your score may be lower than deserved.+ you may be disqualified.+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.+ Your results will be provided via email.Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo ( !See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.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 PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe 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 CultureWe 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 PerksSometimes, 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.01Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Human Resource Assistant 1 for one or more years full-time?+ Yes+ No02If 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.03How much full-time clerical or other comparable experience do you possess?+ 1 year or more+ Less than 1 year+ None04If 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.05How much full-time beginning level paraprofessional human resource or equal opportunity experience do you possess?+ 1 year or more+ Less than 1 year+ None06If 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.07How 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 visit Info/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.+ 60 credits or more+ 30 but less than 60 credits+ Less than 30 credits+ None08Have you successfully completed six or more semester credits of college coursework in criminal justice; communications; journalism; law enforcement; policy; regulatory affairs; history; sociology; American studies; African-American studies; political science; racial justice; diversity, equity, and inclusion; human resources; public, business, or hospital administration; labor or industrial relations; industrial engineering; management; any field of psychology (industrial/organizational, assessment, educational, applied, etc.); any field of law (pre-law, employment, criminal, corporate, etc.); educational or vocational counseling; or other fields closely related to human resources? 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 you answer Yes to this question based on education 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 visit Info/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.+ Yes+ No09CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) .+ Yes10WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONPrepare information for monthly and other reports, status updates, letters, memoranda, and procedures, in order to record information, respond to correspondence, or disseminate information. Format document submissions for review, approval, and distribution to personnel.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.+ I have experience preparing and writing information for various types of documents and reports. I was responsible for preparing the entire document or report.+ I have experience preparing and writing information for various types of documents and reports. Someone else was responsible for the final copy.+ I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.+ I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.11In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience+ The actual duties you performed related to preparing written materials+ Your level of responsibility12If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.+ College/University+ Course Title+ Credits/Clock Hours13WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCECommunicates verbally and in writing with prospective and current employees, Human Resource staff members, and other agency personnel to explain applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides guidance and information to interested parties on a variety of talent management subjects. Utilizes customer service skills when dealing with adversarial situations and difficult personalities.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.+ I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering general questions and resolving issues or complaints.+ I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering general questions, but I referred issues or complaints to someone else to resolve.+ I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to counseling, social work, human behavior, public speaking, psychology, sociology, human services, public relations, or education.+ I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.14In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience+ The actual duties you performed related to providing technical assistance+ Your level of responsibility15If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.+ College/University+ Course Title+ Credits/Clock Hours16WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - RESEARCH AND DOCUMENTATIONConducts research by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information related to talent management and staffing complement topics. Research and provide information to assist in special projects and reports as needed.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.+ I have experience researching records and documents for various projects and reports. When given a topic, I was responsible for compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources.+ I have experience retrieving specifically requested records and documents from a single records location.+ I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods or data collection.+ I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.17In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience+ The actual duties you performed related to conducting research+ The type(s) of data you entered+ Your level of responsibility18If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.+ College/University+ Course Title+ Credits/Clock Hours19WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - ANALYZING INFORMATIONReviews and analyzes records, documents, transactions, reports, lists, referrals, etc., to assist in the determination of their accuracy or impact on talent management matters and communicates findings in order that adjustments or corrections are addressed.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.+ I have experience analyzing reported data. My analysis included a verification for accuracy of content.+ I have experience analyzing reported data. Someone else was responsible for the verification and accuracy of content.+ I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, statistics, or logic.+ I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.20In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience+ The actual duties you performed related to analyzing information+ Your level of responsibility21If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.+ College/University+ Course Title+ Credits/Clock HoursRequired QuestionAgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Website