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Finally a career that works for you!

Nearly 80,000 state government employees work for Pennsylvania in just about every field imaginable. From auditors to auto mechanics, cosmetologists to computer programmers, scientists to security officers, the list goes on.

As a large and diverse employer, the commonwealth has many opportunities to choose from: full-time or part-time, temporary or permanent, entry level to expert.

So what are you waiting for?

Check out the jobs we offer, the benefits of state employment and apply for a rewarding commonwealth career today!

 

Food Service Worker

Earn while you learn – no experience necessary! Cook and serve meals for large groups of people. Starts at $11.66/hr. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Custodial Worker

No skills or experience necessary. Clean buildings and maintain grounds. Must have sufficient physical strength to fulfill job duties. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Laborer

Work outside – no skills or experience needed. Build, cut, rake, dig, load, move, etc. Starts at $11.66/hr. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Security Officer

No experience necessary. Protect property and the public. Valid driver’s license or CDL required for some positions. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Police Communications Operator

The State Police is looking for emergency dispatchers. Police Communications Operator and CLEAN certifications required. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Clerk Typist

Entry level office jobs starting at $11.66/hr. Must type at least 40 words per minute. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Corrections Food Service Instructor

Earn $33,000/yr supervising inmates in cooking, serving and cleaning. Two years restaurant, catering, or institution experience/training required. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Corrections Utility Plant Operator

Direct and work with inmates to operate boiler plant. Three years experience/training required. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Dental Assistant

Starts at $13/hr. Provides chair side assistance during the examination and treatment of patients. HS diploma and one year experience required. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Transportation Equipment Operator

Operate side-dozers, front-loaders, hi-lifts and other equipment and perform manual labor. Six months experience. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Diesel Mechanic

Highly skilled mechanics needed for repairs and maintenance. Three years experience/training required. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.
Tradesman Helper

Learn while you earn! Gain valuable skills working under skilled tradesman. No experience necessary. Did this catch your eye? Check out all our open jobs.



Did You Know?

The commonwealth has 77,531 filled salary positions and 7,572 wage positions. Join the crowd — apply now!
31.5% of the commonwealth’s positions are non-civil service, while 68.5% are civil service. Which will you be? Apply now!
Pennsylvania has 123 state employees per 10,000 citizens. Thinking about public service? Apply now!
Women represent over half of all employees in 15 state agencies. Looking for a diverse workplace? Apply now!
51% of all state employees are headquartered in the Harrisburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas. Looking for a job in the city? Apply now!
The state’s package of benefits adds 47% more value to an average employee’s salary. Looking for great benefits? Apply now!
The average commonwealth employee has been with the state for 12 years. Looking for a job with long-term potential? Apply now!
The top 5 full-time commonwealth jobs are corrections officer 1, income maintenance caseworker, clerk typist 2, state trooper and transportation equipment operator B. Apply now!
Commonwealth employees pay an average of $55.00 per month for health benefits, compared to the national average of about $260.00. Looking for great benefits? Apply now!
     


This Web site is managed by the Bureau of State Employment to fill non-civil service positions.
To apply for civil service positions, visit the State Civil Service Commission's Web site.

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