Clerk 1 (Local Government)

Reference #: 4672026
THE POSITION
If you are a highly organized and motivated professional looking for a new career, we have the position for you!  McKean County Redevelopment & Housing Authorities (MCRHA) is excited to welcome a Clerk 1 to the team who can provide administrative and receptionist support for the housing department.  This is a fantastic opportunity to assist in the daily operations of housing and redevelopment programs by fostering communication, processing mail, maintaining accurate files, posting payments to accounts, preparing work orders for repairs, and receiving and directing phone calls and visitors. Take pride in the work you do and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Clerk 1, you will be responsible for efficiently managing administrative functions to support various public housing programs within MCRHA.  Some specific duties include maintaining and updating physical and online files with client information, and routinely entering information into computer programs to maintain accurate records.  You will also assist in verifying continuing resident eligibility during annual reviews and update the system with a high degree of accuracy.  This professional also explains Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rules and regulations, and clarifies questions pertaining to occupancy certification standards and income, as well as eligibility requirements for public housing.  Thorough attention to detail is vital, as you will be assisting with calculating rent based on income in compliance with HUD regulations.  It is imperative to exhibit an attitude of cooperation and courtesy to team members, clients, and the public at all times.

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.
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:
Possession of the required knowledge and abilities.

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 may be given to candidates who live within McKean County.  If no eligible candidates who live within McKean 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:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.  See hiring agency contact information.
A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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).
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.aspxand click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an inter iew 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.