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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Administrative Officer 1 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4511891 THE POSITION Do you take pride in your impressive organizational skills and want to further your professional career within the Commonwealth? The Department of Labor & Industry is excited to welcome an Administrative Officer 1 to join the Bureau of Workers' Compensation. Showcase your leadership abilities while providing oversight and management for activities of the Claims Management Division within the Data Quality (DQ) Section. We look forward to meeting you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Administrative Officer 1, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and consistency of the data within Workers' Compensation Automation and Information System (WCAIS) which is used by the Bureau of Workers' Compensation, the Workers' Compensation Office of Adjudication, and the Workers' Compensation Appeal Board, as well as 47,000 registered users. This is a multi-faceted professional position which performs supervisory responsibilities such as participating in the selection and appointment of staff, training staff, evaluating performance, managing team operations, staffing levels, approving and disapproving leave, and initiating disciplinary actions if necessary.
Specific duties include reviewing data quality incidents received, researching issues to determine the appropriate resolution, and contacting the appropriate internal or external party if needed to obtain or validate information. You will collaborate with staff to design and implement enhancements to WCAIS and DQ processes and facilitate meetings related to DQ updates, issues, and initiatives.
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) 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. 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 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 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.
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/ dditional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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.