Clerk Typist 2 (LG) - Columbia-Montour-Snyder-Union County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAbout the role
Posting number: CS-2026-53117-L0032
Department: Local Government
Division: HS Colmba-Mntour-Snydr-Un Co M
Job classification: Clerk Typist 2 (Local Government)
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Administration
Summary
Do you want your clerical work to support a team with a meaningful mission? Apply for this Clerk Typist 2 position with CMSU Behavioral Health and Developmental Services! This is your chance to help our social service staff with the clerical and office work side of services to residents of Columbia, Montour, Snyder, and Union Counties for a wide range of mental health, intellectual disability, and drug & alcohol services.
CMSU offers a variety of benefits including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF), as well as health, dental, and vision insurance. Apply now and share your clerical skills with our community-wide partnership as we strive to help people achieve independence and personal development to enhance their quality of life!
Examples of duties
As a Clerk Typist 2, you will provide essential clerical and secretarial support to CMSU administration, case managers, and support staff. Duties and responsibilities are performed both independently and collaboratively with other clerical staff to ensure the confidentiality of sensitive information and maintain a safe, orderly, and efficient work environment in our administrative office. Professionalism, discretion, and strong communication skills are key as this position includes frequent interaction with clients, staff, and the public. Duties & responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Records and Data Management: Compile, post, verify, and maintain data and records in physical and digital files
- Customer Service and Communication: Share responsibility for front desk receptionist and telephone coverage; provide information regarding services, procedures, and general office operations; communicate clearly, and professionally, with diverse populations
- Mail Handling and Office Supplies: Receive, sort, open, distribute, and rout incoming and outgoing mail, packages, faxes, documentation, and office supplies
- Document Preparation and Typing: Type correspondence, forms, and documents from drafts, notes, or oral instructions; proofread and correct documents for accuracy, grammar, and proper format
- Computer and Office Equipment Operation: Operate and troubleshoot general office equipment used to complete your work
- Team Collaboration: Meet deadlines in a timely manner, prioritize work effectively, and maintain a smooth paperwork flow for staff
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- 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.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Six months as a Clerk Typist 1 and educational development to the level of eighth grade; or
- Completion of a high school business curriculum which included at least one typing course; or
- Any combination of equivalent 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 Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform es
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