Job Details

Salary

$36,831.00 - $54,162.00 Annually

Location

Philadelphia County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-55138

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Comdnts Off Dvh

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

00102

Position Number

00184083

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00135100

Bureau / Division

Commandants Office - Delaware Valley Veterans' Home

Worksite Address

2701 Southampton Road

City

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19154

Contact Name

Jaime Doyle

Contact Phone

215.856.2836

Contact Email

jaidoyle@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Becoming a Clerical Assistant 2 with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs gives you the chance to support a mission that serves veterans and their families. This position with the Delaware Valley Veterans Home, keeps daily operations moving smoothly by providing dependable clerical support. You will help the Admissions Coordinator ensure that every step of the admissions process is organized and efficient. Clerical Assistant 2 with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is a strong opportunity to build skills and make a positive impact.

Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Apply today to join our dedicated team of professionals!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports the Admissions Coordinator by completing clerical tasks that ensure accurate records, well-organized processes, and smooth communication within the Admissions Department. As a Clerical Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Form Processing: Perform data entry to complete admissions forms and distribute information to required parties
• Record Management: Copy, file, scan, and upload documents to maintain accurate and organized applicant and resident records
• Resident Support: Assist prospective residents and families with admissions paperwork in alignment with DMVA policies
• Information Coordination: Verify insurance eligibility and obtain medical and financial records for admissions
• Department Assistance: Prepare documents, respond to inquiries, manage communications, and support tours and marketing events
• Administrative Tasks: Order supplies, type correspondence, maintain logs, and complete office duties that support daily operations

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday thru Friday with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will nothave the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,831 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Graduation from high school; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicants own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekersfor additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.