Administrative Assistant 1

THE POSITION

Are you ready to take on this unique administrative role and become part of a stellar team that helps communities across the Commonwealth prepare for, respond to, and recover from the public health and medical consequences of emergencies and disasters? Join the Department of Health as an Administrative Assistant 1 with the Bureau of Emergency Preparedness and Response (BEPR), Division of Finance and Administration. Share your administrative skills and make a lasting difference in the world through practical planning and a commitment to health equity with us!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for planning and monitoring complex administrative and management work within the Bureau of Emergency Preparedness and Response and the co-located Bureau of Emergency Medical Services which serves as the backbone of our mission to ensure the public's health and medical needs can still be addressed during times of crisis. Your primary focus will be the management of contractual documents, as well as the procurement of services and goods, monitoring the expenditure of preparedness funds, and assisting with invoices. Work involves moderate to complex research and problem-solving, reviewing and preparing contract and procurement documents and invoices, processing and submitting contractual documents, and preparing correspondence and other related documents. You will also be expected to prepare and lead meetings and presentations, explain contractual and procurement procedures, and assist project officers, program staff, and other administrative staff.

Achieve an impactful career and make a lifesaving difference in communities across the commonwealth by contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our contracts and grants management program. Find fulfillment in your work with our team!

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 7 : 30 AM to 3 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Free and secure parking.
• Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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

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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.

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