It is the mission of the Human Resources Department to provide personnel resources and continuously seek to improve upon the systems that support County employees and administrators with the essential functions necessary to fulfill their employment-related needs and objectives.
Services Provided
- Administers employment-related directives from the County Board of Commissioners
- Negotiates and administers all collective bargaining agreements between the County and its employees
- Monitors and refers individuals to Employee Assistance Program resources
- Administers all employee payroll and benefits
- Conducts periodic labor/management meetings
- Sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring and disciplining employees of the County
- Ensures compliance with all legal regulations and standards
- Provides support for County agencies and departments
- Facilitates County wide attendance program
- Develops, implements and evaluates policies, procedures, job descriptions and compensations relating to County positions
- Manages Civil Service policies and procedures
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN CAMBRIA COUNTY
The following Civil Service positions are now open:
AAA Part Time Van Driver (Local Government) – Openings in Area Agency on Aging
Accountant 1 (Local Government) – Openings in Area Agency on Aging & BH/ID/EI
CYS Clerk Typist 1 (Local Government) – Opening in Children & Youth
County Caseworker 1 (Local Government)– Openings in Children & Youth & BH/ID/EI
Fiscal Technician (Local Government) – Opening in BH/ID/EI & Children & Youth
County Fiscal Officer II (Local Government) – Opening in Area Agency on Aging
Aging Case Aide I (Local Government) – Opening in Area Agency on Aging
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The following NON-Civil Service positions are now open:
Law Clerk
A Law Clerk works directly for the five Cambria County Court of Common Please Judges, assisting the Judge primarily by conducting legal research or draft opinions on issues before the Court. The Law Clerk in the Courts must demonstrate the ability to represent the department in a courteous and professional manner when dealing with the general public, elected officials, department heads, and other co-workers. Qualifications: Must be a graduate of an accredited law school and have obtained a Juris Doctor degree. Successful completion of the Pennsylvania Bar Examination is useful, but not required. Licensed to practice Law preferred. A Law Clerk is an employee at will. The employee must be articulate and able to communicate effectively in a positive manner via the phone, internet, and/or in person with various levels of personnel and the general public. Starting rate of pay is $50,903.16 per year. This position includes Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage and Retirement. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931. Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Director of Maintenance & Safety
The Director of Maintenance & Safety plans and manages the daily operations related to the maintenance, custodial, and repair of the County’s buildings and property. Responsible for the purchase of equipment, materials, parts, contract services, and professional services. The County buildings include: Courthouse, Human Services Building, CPC Building, Detention Center and Domestic Relations Building. In addition, the Director of Maintenance & Safety maintains a safety program in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and County standards. Qualifications: Five to ten years of relevant work experience with proficiency in construction, painting, electrical, plumbing, and safety preferred. Supervisory experience is required. Essential duties include but are not limited to: Supervise and trains employees, maintain employee work schedules, organize all vendors and contractors, when required, to maintain the buildings. Order materials and equipment, as necessary. Coordinates invoices/vouchers, approves, and forwards to the Controller’s Office for payment. Ability to read blueprints, etc. This position includes Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage and Retirement. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931. Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Detectives – District Attorney Office
This position investigates criminal incidents, collects and analyzes evidence, locates and interviews witnesses, and otherwise develops and organizes information necessary for the filing of criminal charges, and preparation of cases for prosecution. The County Detective assists other agencies in investigating crimes throughout Cambria County. The County Detective works on caseloads and specific tasks assigned by the Chief County Detective and/or District Attorney. Qualifications: High School and four (4) years of experience as a police officer and/or criminal investigations OR any equivalent combination of experience and training. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Meet the requirements of the Police Training Law (Act 120, as amended) and remain certified under the act to function fully as a police officer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Must pass background and credit checks, and be in proper physical and psychological condition. In addition, to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Salary starts at $22.05/per hour. This position includes Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage and Retirement. Additional after hour cell phone compensation available: $85/pay. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931. Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Veterans’ Affairs Representative
The primary responsibility for this position is to assist veterans and their families in filing for county, state, and federal veterans’ benefits. The employee is responsible for clerical work, done primarily on a computer, involving varied and moderately complex procedures related to veterans’ claims and benefits. Once hired, the employee must successfully complete required state and federal training to become a certified Veterans’ Service Officer. The employee must always represent the department in a courteous and professional manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Starting salary: $12.29/per hour. This position includes Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage and Retirement. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931. Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
GIS Technician – Tax Assessment Office
This positions is technical work involving the reading of producing of maps and applying distance scales and legends to maps. Must have the ability to understand and operate computer applications used to produce maps, such as but not limited to, ArcGis, MapInfo, and ESRI programs and products and knowledge of database structured query language (SQL). Qualifications: Successful completion of high school or college level course works in geometry, geography, computer-aided drafting, or GIS. One-year experience reviewing and processing land use, taxation, or other documents for identification and recording purposes utilizing computer aided drafting and geometry and three months of experience using AutoCAD and database software for preparation of maps, plans, or engineering drawings. Starting rate of pay is $13.95 per hour. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us.
Department Clerk I – Cambria County District Attorney’s Office (Full Time – 35 hours per week)
The Department Clerk I position in the District Attorney’s Office is responsible clerical work of routine specialized departmental duties. These tasks require independent judgement, actions, and a moderate amount of responsibility. Tasks include, but are not limited to, assisting attorneys, preparing criminal files and various documents for criminal court, answering telephone calls/emails, working closely with court officials and members of the public, assisting in criminal trial preparations, and general filing. The employee must possess general computer skills and have a basic knowledge of general software programs such as Microsoft Office. The employee must also conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Reports directly to the Office Manager under the supervision of the District Attorney. A qualified candidate must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and twelve (12) months of experience in clerical work or an equivalent combination of acceptable training and work experience. Prior experience working in the legal field is preferred, but not required. This position includes Paid Time Off, Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage, Retirement, and is classified as an approved public service position under the Student Loan Forgiveness Program after completing ten (10) years of service. Starting rate of pay is $12.00 per hour and up. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us or Fax: 814-472-1457
Magistrate Clerks
This position provides highly specialized office clerical assistance to the District Justice. Responsible for performing clerical and secretarial duties. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of clerical experience, one year of which shall have been in a legal setting, OR an equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience. Employees must possess general computer skills and have knowledge of basic software programs. Must be bondable and eligible for becoming a Notary Public. Starting rate of pay is $12.41 per hour. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us.
Title Abstractor – Tax Claim Office
This positions involves specialized and advanced clerical work involving the maintenance and processing of property tax records and free and clear tax sales. Responsible for the complex clerical and supervisory tasks involved in maintaining journals, ledgers and other fiscal records and reviewing voucher and other accounting forms for proper classification. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in all phases of real estate title searches and some work in the real estate field with practical knowledge of office procedures, or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and work experience in the above areas will be considered. Employees must possess general computer skills and have knowledge in excel and word processing programs. Starting rate of pay is $15.76 per hour. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us.
Tipstaff/Court Clerk
This is a full-time position responsible for specialized court-related work in sequestering jurors and attending to their particular needs. Work includes the performance of related clerical tasks in support of court functions. Starting salary: $12.00 per hour. Full-time benefits include Sick, Vacation, Float and Personal Days, paid holidays, Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage, and retirement. High School Diploma or equivalent. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources Department, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931. Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Administrative Assistant in Public Defender Office
Duties will include: Answering phones, Secretarial work for Mental Health Court and Veteran’s Court, Process Application. Must have the general knowledge to back up the duties of the rest of the administrative staff. Perform other related duties as assigned. High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Full-Time positions include paid holidays off, PTO time, Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage and Retirement. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Watchman/Custodian/Maintenance Workers
Cambria County is seeking qualified applicants for these positions in the Maintenance Department. Must have the ability to perform general custodial work; knowledge of methods and practices related to building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades. The Custodian worker is responsible for the custodial care and security of all County buildings and surrounding grounds. High school diploma or equivalency is required. Must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the phone. Must represent the department in a courteous and professional manner when dealing with the general public, elected officials, department heads and other co-workers. Must have knowledge in the operation, care and general repair of janitorial equipment. Must demonstrate physical strength in performing the custodial and security work. Starting rate of pay is $12.42-$12.63 per hour. Interested candidates should submit a completed application to County of Cambria, Human Resources Department, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us. .
Full-Time & Per-Diem Corrections Officer – Prison
Cambria County Prison, Ebensburg, PA, is seeking individuals to fill open Full-Time & Per-Diem Corrections Officer Positions. Individuals must have, or be willing to complete the mandatory training as required by the Pennsylvania regulations governing adult detention facilities. Full-Time benefits include sick time, holiday pay, shift differential, personal days, vacation days, Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage, and retirement. Overtime is available. Interested individuals must be willing to work all shifts and mandatory overtime. Please mail or fax resume or application to: Director of Training & Recruitment Jessica Greathouse, Cambria County Prison, 425 Manor Drive, Ebensburg, PA 15931, (P): 814-472-1364 or (F): 814-472-1367.
Telecommunicators – Department of Emergency Services
Candidates engage in receiving emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching personnel and equipment, and providing pre-arrival instructions to callers. Must exercise the ability to think, comprehend, interpret and analyze the root of existing and ever changing situations making appropriate recommendations when receiving emergency or non-emergency calls. High School diploma or equivalency is required. Applications can be found at this website. Mail completed application to the Human Resources Department, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or fax to 814-472-1457.
Clerk Typist – Accepting Applications for all Clerical Positions
Candidates work independently performing a variety of advanced and general clerical tasks, which requires independent judgement and actions. Responsibility for the overall clerical functions of the office. High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Prior clerical experience is preferred. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to County of Cambria, Human Resources Department, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931, email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us or fax to 814-472-1457.
IS Specialist
Cambria County Technology Dept. is seeking a self-disciplined and highly motivated individual for the position of IS Specialist to provide entry level support to county employees. Duties will include: Responding to phone calls, emails and tickets. Provide technical support to end-users for hardware and software issues. Hardware setup, deployment and replacement. Full-Time starting salary starts at $31,200.00/year. Job requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, have reliable transportation and will be needed to travel to all county buildings, mostly located in Ebensburg & Johnstown, PA. This position requires an Associate’s degree or higher or equivalent experience. Applications can be found at this website. Interested candidates should submit a completed application in confidence to: County of Cambria, Human Resources Department. 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239 Ebensburg, PA 15931 or Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Duman Lake Summer Workers
The Summer Worker is responsible for general maintenance duties, assisting with construction projects, cleaning the parks grounds and buildings, operating commercial mowers, small landscape related equipment and special functions. Must have the capacity to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to adapt to the daily challenges associated with a busy work environment and variety of weather conditions. Capable of lifting equipment, tables and variety of heavy objects and must be able to work flexible hours including overtime and weekends. Starting rate of pay is $12.00 per hour. Interested candidates should submit a completed application to: County of Cambria, Human Resources Department, 401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239, Ebensburg, PA 15931 or email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us.
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Staff:
Gina M. Sowers, Director of Human Resources
Amy Glessner, Assistant Director of Human Resources
Darcy Dishong, Payroll Coordinator
Brent Michlena, Human Resources Specialist
Amanda Eckenrod, Human Resources Generalist
Carly Surkovich, Human Resources Generalist
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Human Services Building
401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239
Ebensburg, PA 15931
Phone: (814) 472-1610
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(814) 472-2127
(814) 472-1457
Hours: Monday – Friday 8 A.M. to 4 P.M.