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This job posting closes on 07/22/2026. All application must be submitted through the external link by 07/22/2026 at 11:59pm.
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has an opening for an experienced Administrative Assistant within the Safety Division of the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement. If you are highly motivated, detail-oriented, and have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, we invite you to join our Admin Team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Safety Administrative Assistant for the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement will primarily:
- Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive assistance to the Safety Manager and inspectors within the Safety Division of the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (BIE)
- Document Preparation: Draft letters, memoranda, reports, schedules, and other official correspondence and prepare final versions for distribution
- Software Skills: Maintain strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat
- Event Coordination: Coordinate logistics for the annual Safety Seminar and related training events, including vendor and hotel communication and attendee registration
- Material Preparation: Prepare seminar materials such as informational packets, flyers, and name tags
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
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Telework: Part-time work from home (telework) may be a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. 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.
- To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee’s alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements:
- Within a reasonable travel distance of headquarters; and
- Within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at ra-puchr@pa.gov or 717.787.8714.
- To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee’s alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements:
- 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
- Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college or university or any 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 Guidelines.
- 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).
All applicants must apply through the external link provided. Applications submitted through Handshake will not be reviewed or considered.
