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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Legal Assistant 1 - Western Region in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4513422 THE POSITION Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your excellent clerical skills while working alongside an amazing team of professionals? The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Hearings and Appeals, Western Region is seeking a Legal Assistant 1. In this entry-level administrative position, you will perform a variety of legal administrative tasks related to the core functions of the bureau. The bureau is the entity within the Department of Human Services charged with receiving, processing, conducting, and adjudicating administrative appeals and hearings in a fair, unbiased, and timely manner. We do so in accordance with state and federal regulations. The volume of appeals that the bureau processes annually means that we are a fast-paced and team-oriented environment. Become an integral member of our team, apply with us today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Legal Assistant 1, you will perform legal clerical work including the processing and scheduling of appeals and fair hearings involving actions taken by both the Department of Human Services and the PA Department of Aging. You will review related legal documents and correspondence, as well as the decisions written by the Bureau's Administrative Law Judges (ALJs). You will also provide legal clerical support for ALJs and Legal Assistant 2s in the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Hearings and Appeals (BHA). In addition, you will ensure appeals are processed timely and in compliance with regulations.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: Upon successful completion of your probationary period and/or training period, part-time telework may be considered. Your work assignments will primarily take place in the office. However, telework may be available based upon individual eligibility and the operational needs of the bureau. 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 Pittsburgh. Salary:The starting salary is 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: Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand 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 j bs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%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.