Administrative Assistant 1

Are you an administrative professional eager to start a new chapter in your career? If so, the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS) may have the perfect fit for you! Within the role of an Administrative Assistant, this position performs a variety of administrative duties to support Investment Office (IO) professionals with the primary role to serve as the key support to the IO Research Management System (RMS) Administrator (System Administrator). The RMS is a critical system within the IO that provides an environment for storing and sharing information across the IO to help create open communication. The RMS is used as a central location for depositing and organizing documents (reports, operational and legal information) and holds the approvals and approval workflows for Committees, Capital Calls, Budget, Fees, and Distributions. Apply today to begin a rewarding public service career within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania!

As the key support to the System Administrator, this position's core purpose and ultimate intention is to provide RMS related administrative and operational support by administering day-to-day functionality of the system; completing quarterly compliance checks on user access and automation rules to ensure the integrity of the system; integrating essential workflows into the system; as well as assisting management in coordinating operational aspects related to upgrades to the system, server shutdowns, and other RMS related projects.

This position reports directly to the Investment Office (IO) Administrative Officer and works as a member of a team with other Investment Office (IO) support staff. This Administrative Assistant completes cross training in other IO support areas to include the Executive Office/Board support functions and may be directed to assist in those areas as operational necessary. Work is evaluated by the Administrative Officer based in part on input from management of supported areas including temporary assignments.

This position requires independent decision making and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands. Due to the sensitive and high visibility nature of the Executive Office, Board, and investment-related information handled by these groups, this position must exercise sound judgment and discretion in confidential matters.

Apply today to make your career aspirations a reality!

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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.
• 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 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.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.

• 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.