Administrative Officer 2

Salary$59,345.00 - $90,211.00 AnnuallyLocationCentre County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2026-47998DepartmentFish & Boat CommissionDivisionFB Bur FshresOpening Date04/23/2026Closing Date5/7/2026 11:59 PM EasternJob Code08640Position Number00062394UnionNon-UnionBargaining UnitA3Pay GroupST07Bureau / Division Code00223301Bureau / DivisionBureau of FisheriesWorksite Address595 East Rolling Ridge DriveCityBellefonte, PennsylvaniaZip Code16823Contact NameScott HobbieContact Emailshobbie@pa.govTHE POSITIONThe Administrative Officer 2 (AO2) position in the Bureau of Fisheries is a highly independent job working directly for the Bureau Director. The position requires a mixture of technical skills along with highly developed interpersonal skills to work with many levels of staff. If you have a passion for Pennsylvania's aquatic resources and want to contribute to their conservation, protection, and enhancement, do not miss the chance to join the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, headquartered in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe AO2 is responsible for the overall administrative support system for Bureau of Fisheries. The AO2 provides and directs administrative support for the Bureau of Fisheries to include, but not limited to, purchasing, fiscal, payroll, HR liaison, training, and clerical support services. The AO2 is responsible for a full range of management functions to include generating and monitoring the yearly budget and financials, tracking and assisting with hiring of full-time and wage positions, grant and project tracking, purchasing, purchase order (PO) and non-PO monitoring and invoice submissions, among other administrative functions. The position requires a high level of written and verbal communication. The AO2 performs the full range of supervisory functions, including the supervision of one full-time Clerical Assistant 2.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-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 Bellefonte. 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); ORThree years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; ORAny equivalent combination of experience and training.Additional Requirements: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.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 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 anRequiredPreferredJob IndustriesOther