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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Administrative Officer 4 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4526185 THE POSITION Are you a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual possessing a strong management and analytical background to handle the Commonwealth's Travel Program? The Office of the Budget, Comptroller Operations, Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations, Commonwealth Office of Travel Operations is seeking an Administrative Officer 4. This exciting and challenging position offers an opportunity to use your analytical and management skills in guiding both Commonwealth travelers and a dedicated team. Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position serves as the central point of contact for the Commonwealth's travel community (travelers, travel arrangers, administrators, agency credit card coordinators,) on travel planning and is responsible for travel planning policies, procedures, contracts, and related compliance monitoring and enforcement. This includes all reservations booked using the Commonwealth's contracted Travel Agent which include flights, (domestic and international), car rentals, and lodging arrangements. You will have the opportunity to work in close coordination with the BCPO Travel Accounting and Audits Manager in executing duties and responsibilities to ensure a consistent application of overall Commonwealth travel policies and procedures.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. This position is eligible for alternate work schedule upon completion of probationary period. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. Please keep in mind that while this is a full-time telework position, that can change at any time at the Governor's discretion. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Administrative Officer 3. or Six years of experience in progressively responsible and varied officer management of staff work in public or private organization, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, and procurement; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four-year college or university; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience in the travel industry Experience managing or negotiating contracts
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 la (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.
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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.