Customer Service Representative (Clerical Assistant 3)

Customer Service Representative (Clerical Assistant 3)

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Customer Service Representative (Clerical Assistant 3)

Salary

$44,273.00 - $66,055.00 Annually

Location

Beaver County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-56299

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Spt Srvs

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Max Number of Applicants

50

Job Code

00103

Position Number

50683617, 50683717

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00087300

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Support Services, Beaver Falls Call Center

Worksite Address

2580 Constitution Boulevard

City

Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15010

Contact Email

[email protected]

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

NOTE: This posting will close on AUGUST 26, 2026 or after a total of 50 applications are received, whichever occurs first.

Become a Customer Service Representative with the Department of Transportation and support customers as they navigate driver licensing, motor vehicle services, and REAL ID requirements. These positions give you daily opportunities to solve problems and ensure customers receive dependable guidance. You will work in a fast-paced call center that values patience, accuracy, and professionalism. Step into a role where your dedication helps create a positive experience for every caller.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides customer assistance for a wide variety of driver and vehicle service inquiries. It requires clear communication, independent decision making, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. As a Customer Service Representative, you will perform the following duties:

• Inquiry Response: Handle telephone, email, and internet questions related to BMV, BDL, REAL ID, and Snowmobile or ATV services

• Customer Interaction: Use active listening to identify needs and give clear direction for driver and vehicle service questions

• Decision Making: Interpret unpredictable customer inquiries and determine proper procedures within policies and regulations

• Record Analysis: Review licensing and motor vehicle records to explain requirements such as sanctions or restoration steps

• System Navigation: Use reference materials and navigate many computer screens to provide accurate information

• Written Communication: Compose clear emails and messages to address customer problems or request further processing

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50683717) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 80 hours bi-weekly

• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

• This position may be required to work during office closures.

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of probationary period. 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 Beaver Falls. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• 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:

• One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

• One year of moderately complex clerical experience;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirement:

• This position requires you to travel to Harrisburg for a minimum of six weeks for training and orientation. Travel expenses will be paid.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience using a PC or laptop

• Experience using Microsoft computer applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Experience effectively communicating orally and in writing

• Experience working in a call center

• Experience with customer service

• Bilingual

Legal Requirements:

• This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name-Based Criminal History Check prior to employment.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.

• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s 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 Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for 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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Clerical Assistant 2 (or as a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerk 2 classification or as a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerk Typist 2 classification) for one or more years full-time?

• Yes

• No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time moderately complex clerical experience do you possess?

• 1 year or more

• 6 months but less than 1 year

• Less than 6 months

• None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• 30 credits or more

• 15 but less than 30 credits

• Less than 15 credits

• None

06

Additional Requirement- Are you willing and able to travel to Harrisburg for a minimum of 6 weeks for training and orientation? (Travel expenses will be paid.)

• Yes

• No

07

Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience using a PC or laptop?

• Yes

• No

08

Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience using Microsoft computer applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook?

• Yes

• No

09

If you answered yes to the above question, please identify which applications you are claiming experience in utilizing.

10

Preferred Criteria- Are you able to effectively communicate orally and in writing?

• Yes

• No

11

Preferred Criteria- Do you have prior call center experience?

• Yes

• No

12

If answered yes to the above question, please describe the call center experience you are claiming.

13

Preferred Criteria- Do you have prior customer service experience?

• Yes

• No

14

If you answered yes to the above question, please describe the customer service experience you are claiming.

15

Preferred Criteria- Are you bilingual?

• Yes

• No

16

If you answered yes to the above question, please list the languages in which you are fluent.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov