Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Legal Assistant 1 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4348207 THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Governor's Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks a Legal Assistant 1 for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Office of Chief Counsel for the Professional Compliance Office. OGC seeks highly motivated individual to provide complex clerical and office support. If you are detail oriented and enjoy a fast-paced work environment, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This Legal Assistant 1 position will be responsible for managing the intake, review and processing of Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (MCare) Act matters for the Prosecution Division in the Professional Compliance Office (PCO), located in the Bureau Professional and Occupational Affairs' (BPOA). Under the MCare Act (40 P.S. Section 1303.903), physicians are required to report to their respective Boards if the following occur: they receive notice of a complaint filed against them; disciplinary action is taken against them in another state; and various arrest and sentencing information.
This position will also be responsible for providing clerical and office support such as handling emails, phone calls, and mail processing within the Professional Compliance Office to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This position provides prompt and courteous assistance to the public by responding to calls received on the Professional Compliance Office phone line, along with moderately complex clerical work including typing and the processing of documents in a variety of functions. Efficiency is key to ensuring our division meets its goals, and this position will use cloud-based case management systems to maximize efficiency on a regular basis. If you have experience with navigating these systems, you will be ahead of the game!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the .
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: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after 6 months of employment. 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 Harrisburg. 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: Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements: You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and 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 will 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 loc l government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .
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.