THE POSITION

Are you a problem-solver who would enjoy providing valuable payroll services to your fellow Commonwealth employees? The Office of Administration is looking for a motivated, organized, and dedicated Human Resource Assistant 2 to serve as the Time Advisor in the shared Human Resource (HR) office for the Phoenix and Chester County State Correctional Institutions (SCI). Apply for this exciting opportunity today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As the Time Advisor for two SCIs in Montgomery and Delaware Counties, you will work closely with the timekeepers and management staff to ensure timely and accurate data is entered for payroll every two weeks. The Time Advisor provides assistance with interpreting complex timekeeping rules and ensuring proper application, while also auditing payroll on a regular basis to meet requirements and fix errors.

Responsibilities also include additional roles associated with HR, such as Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) coordinator, Workers’ Compensation liaison, and assisting in HR with a wide array of para-professional duties. Excellent customer service skills are a priority, as you will have frequent interaction with supervisors, managers, and line staff. You will also serve as a backup for the Time Advisor for the sister institution.

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 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, or 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, or 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, or 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week, based on operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Collegeville.

• 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:

• One year of experience as a Human Resource Assistant 1; or

• Two years of clerical or other comparable experience, one year of which involved performance of limited technical duties in the field of human resource work; or

• An 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.

• Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Montgomery County. If no eligible candidates who live within Montgomery County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

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/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.

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/test once for this posting.

• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We 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 Planning
We 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 Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six 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 Culture
We 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 Perks
Sometimes, 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 visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
 

• Eligibility rules apply.

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