Fair Program Assistant (Clerical Assistant 3)

Description of Work

This position supports the administration of statewide fair-related programs and assists with communication, coordination, and tracking tasks. You will help ensure that reimbursements, grants, and program activities are completed accurately and on time.

Qualifications Required

• 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;
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must possess a valid driver's license.
• You must be familiar with the operations of agricultural fairs.
• You must have proficiency in developing and tracking budgets.
• You must be comfortable representing the department and presenting material to large industry groups in person and online.
• You must have knowledge related to grants and program management.
• You must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Teams.
• You must be highly organized.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct involvement with one of Pennsylvania's 107 county agriculture fairs.
• Past participation in FFA or 4-H.
• Comfortable around livestock.