Explore opportunities as a legislative aide, a crucial role in the U.S. political system. Legislative aides provide essential support to elected officials by conducting research, drafting legislation, and managing communications. These positions demand strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills. Candidates often hold degrees in political science, public policy, or related fields, with internships or prior experience in government or advocacy being highly valued.3 Legislative Aide jobs in the United States
Assistant Professor, tenure-track, Political Science (Political Theory)
36830 Auburn, Alabama
Auburn University
Posted 7 days ago
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**Posting Details**
Position Information
**Job Title**
Assistant Professor, tenure-track, Political Science (Political Theory)
**Posting Number**
P2202F
Position Summary Information
**Job Description Summary**
The Department of Political Science at Auburn University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Political Theory to begin August 16, 2026. Areas of interest include Classical and Modern Political Theory and American Political Thought.
Candidates will be expected to teach introductory and advanced courses in classic and modern political theory, American political thought, political economy, and contribute more broadly to the undergraduate political science curriculum by offering courses in their fields of interest.
The standard teaching load is two courses per semester for at least the first three years of appointment. All instruction is in person.
**Minimum Qualifications**
Required qualifications include a doctoral degree in Political Science conferred by the appointment start date. The candidate selected must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally during employment. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required.
**Desired Qualifications**
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
The review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025, and continue until a suitable candidate is selected. To apply, please visit .To apply, please click link To apply, please click link ** **.** Candidates must submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, contact information for three letters of recommendation, a teaching statement and evidence of teaching ability, a research statement, and a writing sample.
Auburn University is an elite, top-tier Carnegie R1 research institution, enrolling more than 33,000 students. It is one of the nation's premier public land-grant institutions. In 2024, U.S. News and World Report ranked Auburn among the top 50 public universities in the country. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, student engagement, and beautiful campus.
The Political Science Department maintains a multidisciplinary faculty of 33 tenured and tenure-track members and offers undergraduate degrees in political science, health services administration, and public administration; a Master of Public Administration (MPA ) with graduate certificates in Election Administration, Nonprofit Organizations and Community Governance, Economic Development and Global Public Service; a Master of Community Planning (MCP ), and a Ph.D. program in Public Administration and Public Policy.
Direct questions to Steven P. Brown, Political Theory Search Committee Chair, Department of Political Science, 7080 Haley Center, Auburn University, AL . Email
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Please see ** for more details.
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
**Open Date**
**Close Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Open Until Filled**
Yes
**References required for this position?**
Yes
**If yes, minimum number requested**
3
Position Information
**Job Title**
Assistant Professor, tenure-track, Political Science (Political Theory)
**Posting Number**
P2202F
Position Summary Information
**Job Description Summary**
The Department of Political Science at Auburn University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Political Theory to begin August 16, 2026. Areas of interest include Classical and Modern Political Theory and American Political Thought.
Candidates will be expected to teach introductory and advanced courses in classic and modern political theory, American political thought, political economy, and contribute more broadly to the undergraduate political science curriculum by offering courses in their fields of interest.
The standard teaching load is two courses per semester for at least the first three years of appointment. All instruction is in person.
**Minimum Qualifications**
Required qualifications include a doctoral degree in Political Science conferred by the appointment start date. The candidate selected must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally during employment. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required.
**Desired Qualifications**
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
The review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025, and continue until a suitable candidate is selected. To apply, please visit .To apply, please click link To apply, please click link ** **.** Candidates must submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, contact information for three letters of recommendation, a teaching statement and evidence of teaching ability, a research statement, and a writing sample.
Auburn University is an elite, top-tier Carnegie R1 research institution, enrolling more than 33,000 students. It is one of the nation's premier public land-grant institutions. In 2024, U.S. News and World Report ranked Auburn among the top 50 public universities in the country. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, student engagement, and beautiful campus.
The Political Science Department maintains a multidisciplinary faculty of 33 tenured and tenure-track members and offers undergraduate degrees in political science, health services administration, and public administration; a Master of Public Administration (MPA ) with graduate certificates in Election Administration, Nonprofit Organizations and Community Governance, Economic Development and Global Public Service; a Master of Community Planning (MCP ), and a Ph.D. program in Public Administration and Public Policy.
Direct questions to Steven P. Brown, Political Theory Search Committee Chair, Department of Political Science, 7080 Haley Center, Auburn University, AL . Email
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Please see ** for more details.
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
**Open Date**
**Close Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Open Until Filled**
Yes
**References required for this position?**
Yes
**If yes, minimum number requested**
3
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County Social Services Aide 1 (Local Government) - Carbon County C&Y
15689 United, Pennsylvania
State of Pennsylvania
Posted 2 days ago
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Job Description
Salary: $29,536.00 Annually
Location : Carbon County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS- -L0620
Department: Local Government
Division: HS Carbon Co Child Welfare Ser
Opening Date: 09/17/2025
Closing Date: 9/30/ :59 PM Eastern
Job Code: L0620
Position Number:
Union: Non Union
Bargaining Unit: LG
Pay Group: LG
Bureau / Division Code:
Bureau / Division: HS Carbon County Child Welfare Services
Worksite Address: 525 Iron Street
City: Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 18235
Contact Name: Audrey Alvarado
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
Would you like a rewarding career that can make a positive difference in the lives of others? Carbon County Children & Youth Services is looking for a dynamic, detail oriented, motivated person to become part of our dedicated team. Join us as we work to provide for the safety and protection of children, youth and families within our community. If you are passionate about a career that serves to help others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A County Social Services Aide 1 assists the caseworker with managing the tasks involved in their caseload. This includes assisting with supervision of visitations, attending Child Advocacy Center (CAC) interviews and assisting caseworkers with complete and timely documentation in the case management system. You will have the opportunity to assist families with activities of daily living including but not limited to home maintenance and care, in-home parenting education, proper hygiene, nutrition, cooking /food shopping skills and maintenance of the home. Your duties may include transporting consumers to supervised visitation and necessary appointments as well as providing childcare when needed.
Additional duties to include:
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
01
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
Assist clients/residents and their families with activities of daily living (such as family budgeting, marketing, housekeeping standards, personal health and hygiene, nutrition, food preparation and storage, care of clothing and use of resources), direct clients/residents in areas of childcare, and supervise interactions between children and parents per the caseworker.
Level of Performance
I have experience assisting others in any activities of daily living (such as those listed above), areas of childcare, or supervising children and parent interactions. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FOR APPOINTMENTS
Provide transportation for clients to medical, dental, and other needed services, including the transport to foster homes or other facilities; assist clients/residents with making appointments for services needed; arrange for transportation or give the client/resident appropriate travel directions to appointments to ensure appointments are kept; and supervise the attendance and monitor the behavior of children during appointments and visits.
Level of Performance
I have experience providing transportation for clients to appointments, services, or facilities; assisting clients with making appointments; arranging for transportation for clients; or supervising children during appointments. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
06
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COLLEGE COURSEWORK
I have successfully completed college-level coursework in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences. If you have no college coursework, select "No".
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
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If you have selected "Yes" to the above question, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no college coursework, type N/A in the box below.
Required Question
Location : Carbon County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS- -L0620
Department: Local Government
Division: HS Carbon Co Child Welfare Ser
Opening Date: 09/17/2025
Closing Date: 9/30/ :59 PM Eastern
Job Code: L0620
Position Number:
Union: Non Union
Bargaining Unit: LG
Pay Group: LG
Bureau / Division Code:
Bureau / Division: HS Carbon County Child Welfare Services
Worksite Address: 525 Iron Street
City: Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 18235
Contact Name: Audrey Alvarado
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
Would you like a rewarding career that can make a positive difference in the lives of others? Carbon County Children & Youth Services is looking for a dynamic, detail oriented, motivated person to become part of our dedicated team. Join us as we work to provide for the safety and protection of children, youth and families within our community. If you are passionate about a career that serves to help others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A County Social Services Aide 1 assists the caseworker with managing the tasks involved in their caseload. This includes assisting with supervision of visitations, attending Child Advocacy Center (CAC) interviews and assisting caseworkers with complete and timely documentation in the case management system. You will have the opportunity to assist families with activities of daily living including but not limited to home maintenance and care, in-home parenting education, proper hygiene, nutrition, cooking /food shopping skills and maintenance of the home. Your duties may include transporting consumers to supervised visitation and necessary appointments as well as providing childcare when needed.
Additional duties to include:
- Assisting clients in completing applications and forms
- Completing a written report following each appointment with consumer
- Participating in meetings with other staff to develop treatment plans and set goals for consumers
- Attending court and testifying, if necessary
- Providing clerical support as needed
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- May require work after hours
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Graduation from high school; or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
- 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.
- 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 and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
01
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our
- Yes
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
Assist clients/residents and their families with activities of daily living (such as family budgeting, marketing, housekeeping standards, personal health and hygiene, nutrition, food preparation and storage, care of clothing and use of resources), direct clients/residents in areas of childcare, and supervise interactions between children and parents per the caseworker.
Level of Performance
I have experience assisting others in any activities of daily living (such as those listed above), areas of childcare, or supervising children and parent interactions. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
- Yes
- No
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
04
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FOR APPOINTMENTS
Provide transportation for clients to medical, dental, and other needed services, including the transport to foster homes or other facilities; assist clients/residents with making appointments for services needed; arrange for transportation or give the client/resident appropriate travel directions to appointments to ensure appointments are kept; and supervise the attendance and monitor the behavior of children during appointments and visits.
Level of Performance
I have experience providing transportation for clients to appointments, services, or facilities; assisting clients with making appointments; arranging for transportation for clients; or supervising children during appointments. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
- Yes
- No
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
06
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COLLEGE COURSEWORK
I have successfully completed college-level coursework in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences. If you have no college coursework, select "No".
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
- Yes
- No
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If you have selected "Yes" to the above question, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no college coursework, type N/A in the box below.
- College/University
- Course Title(s)
- Credits/Clock Hours
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County Social Services Aide 1 (Local Government) - Susquehanna County C&Y
15689 United, Pennsylvania
State of Pennsylvania
Posted 2 days ago
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Job Description
Salary: $39,395.20 Annually
Location : Susquehanna County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS- -L0620
Department: Local Government
Division: HS Susquehanna Co Child Welfar
Opening Date: 09/17/2025
Closing Date: 10/1/ :59 PM Eastern
Job Code: L0620
Position Number:
Union: Teamsters Local 229
Bargaining Unit: LG
Pay Group: LG
Bureau / Division Code:
Bureau / Division: Susquehanna County Children and Youth
Worksite Address: 75 Public Avenue
City: Montrose, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 18801
Contact Name: Jason D Miller
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
Are you passionate about supporting the well-being of children and families throughout Susquehanna County? If so, consider joining our County Services for Children and Youth office as a Social Services Aide 1. This position gives you the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others by assisting caseworkers with daily tasks in order to meet established client goals and objectives. If you are a caring and responsible individual searching for a rewarding career, we have the perfect job for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Social Services Aide 1, you will be working closely with caseworkers and other social service aides to provide services in the home to families with children after a caseworker has visited and determined services are required. Work involves scheduling, transporting, and escorting clients to medical and dental appointments, to foster homes, court hearings, and for recreation purposes; providing basic information; and contacting clients who fail to keep appointments. You will have the opportunity to assist clients and/or families with the everyday activities of living; home maintenance and care; distribution and delivery of equipment, clothing, and other belongings of clients; and supervision of children during office visits and in crisis situations in the home. Work also involves the performance of routine clerical duties as well as the maintenance and care of waiting and visiting rooms.
Apply today to start a new chapter in your career with Susquehanna County Services for Children and Youth!
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
01
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
Assist clients/residents and their families with activities of daily living (such as family budgeting, marketing, housekeeping standards, personal health and hygiene, nutrition, food preparation and storage, care of clothing and use of resources), direct clients/residents in areas of childcare, and supervise interactions between children and parents per the caseworker.
Level of Performance
I have experience assisting others in any activities of daily living (such as those listed above), areas of childcare, or supervising children and parent interactions. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
04
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FOR APPOINTMENTS
Provide transportation for clients to medical, dental, and other needed services, including the transport to foster homes or other facilities; assist clients/residents with making appointments for services needed; arrange for transportation or give the client/resident appropriate travel directions to appointments to ensure appointments are kept; and supervise the attendance and monitor the behavior of children during appointments and visits.
Level of Performance
I have experience providing transportation for clients to appointments, services, or facilities; assisting clients with making appointments; arranging for transportation for clients; or supervising children during appointments. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
06
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COLLEGE COURSEWORK
I have successfully completed college-level coursework in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences. If you have no college coursework, select "No".
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
07
If you have selected "Yes" to the above question, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no college coursework, type N/A in the box below.
Required Question
Location : Susquehanna County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS- -L0620
Department: Local Government
Division: HS Susquehanna Co Child Welfar
Opening Date: 09/17/2025
Closing Date: 10/1/ :59 PM Eastern
Job Code: L0620
Position Number:
Union: Teamsters Local 229
Bargaining Unit: LG
Pay Group: LG
Bureau / Division Code:
Bureau / Division: Susquehanna County Children and Youth
Worksite Address: 75 Public Avenue
City: Montrose, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 18801
Contact Name: Jason D Miller
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
Are you passionate about supporting the well-being of children and families throughout Susquehanna County? If so, consider joining our County Services for Children and Youth office as a Social Services Aide 1. This position gives you the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others by assisting caseworkers with daily tasks in order to meet established client goals and objectives. If you are a caring and responsible individual searching for a rewarding career, we have the perfect job for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Social Services Aide 1, you will be working closely with caseworkers and other social service aides to provide services in the home to families with children after a caseworker has visited and determined services are required. Work involves scheduling, transporting, and escorting clients to medical and dental appointments, to foster homes, court hearings, and for recreation purposes; providing basic information; and contacting clients who fail to keep appointments. You will have the opportunity to assist clients and/or families with the everyday activities of living; home maintenance and care; distribution and delivery of equipment, clothing, and other belongings of clients; and supervision of children during office visits and in crisis situations in the home. Work also involves the performance of routine clerical duties as well as the maintenance and care of waiting and visiting rooms.
Apply today to start a new chapter in your career with Susquehanna County Services for Children and Youth!
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Graduation from high school; or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
- 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.
- 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 and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our
- Yes
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
Assist clients/residents and their families with activities of daily living (such as family budgeting, marketing, housekeeping standards, personal health and hygiene, nutrition, food preparation and storage, care of clothing and use of resources), direct clients/residents in areas of childcare, and supervise interactions between children and parents per the caseworker.
Level of Performance
I have experience assisting others in any activities of daily living (such as those listed above), areas of childcare, or supervising children and parent interactions. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
- Yes
- No
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FOR APPOINTMENTS
Provide transportation for clients to medical, dental, and other needed services, including the transport to foster homes or other facilities; assist clients/residents with making appointments for services needed; arrange for transportation or give the client/resident appropriate travel directions to appointments to ensure appointments are kept; and supervise the attendance and monitor the behavior of children during appointments and visits.
Level of Performance
I have experience providing transportation for clients to appointments, services, or facilities; assisting clients with making appointments; arranging for transportation for clients; or supervising children during appointments. If you have no experience with any of these items, select "No".
- Yes
- No
List the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COLLEGE COURSEWORK
I have successfully completed college-level coursework in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences. If you have no college coursework, select "No".
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
- Yes
- No
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If you have selected "Yes" to the above question, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no college coursework, type N/A in the box below.
- College/University
- Course Title(s)
- Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
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