Here are the 8 highest-paying state jobs open in PA now. One offers up to $251K
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Amid record inflation and a work shift christened the Great Resignation, many individuals have hit the job market in hopes to secure better conditions and higher pay.
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry’s June employment report, released Friday, the state’s unemployment rate is down over the previous month to 4.5%. Hospitality fields posted the largest 12-month gains, the agency said, adding 64,000 positions.
For those willing to enter public service, a job with the state could offer steady pay with strong benefits.
Here are the eight highest-paying jobs currently open and advertised publicly for the commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the state’s online portal, as of July 22.
Manager investment officer
Salary: $163,522 to $251,913
Agency: SL Public School Employees’ Retirement System
Description: “The Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System (PSERS) needs a self-motivated, collaborative professional working in this capacity to communicate with internal management, PSERS external strategic partners, PSERS executive team, legislature, Investment Office committees, and to occasionally act on behalf of the Chief Investment Officer. A successful candidate for this position should possess: seasoned knowledge of investment risks; the ability to multi-task; solid time management skills; strong attention to detail/technical acumen; excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts; strong interpersonal skills; and a collaborative work ethic.”
This position is based in Dauphin County.
Dentist openings
The next nine listings are for dentists with the Department of Corrections. We’ve lumped them together.
Salary: $122,406 to $166,358, except the position in Lycoming County, which is listed at $119,414 to $162,309.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Description: “As a Dentist you will be providing basic dental care to the inmate population and performs all dental treatment, assisting specialists in the performance of all treatment and related duties while onsite, and assuring that adequate security, tool control, and Toxic and Caustic Control are carried out within the dental office. You will be responsible for consulting with and referring inmate patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other health care professionals.”
The positions also oversee dental staff and are responsible for overseeing clinical services.
There is a position open in Centre County, as well as Greene, Northumberland, Huntingdon, Somerset, Crawford and Lycoming counties. Two positions are open in Forest County.
Senior investment professional
Salary: $113,331 to $162,055
Agency: SL Public School Employees’ Retirement System
Description: “A successful candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate the following: proficiency in Excel; strong attention to detail/technical acumen; excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal; collaborative work ethic; ability to comprehend complex financial concepts; and a robust attention to detail with the ability to analyze data, form conclusions and provide recommendations. By the end of your first year, success would mean leading the team to develop the structure and complete the implementation of a daily compliance monitoring system for the investment portfolio guidelines.”
This position is based in Dauphin County.
Public health toxicologist
Salary: $102,436 to $155,658
Agency: Department of Health
Description: “Evaluates toxicological information related to environmental chemical exposures using advanced scientific knowledge in environmental toxicology to ensure accurate and timely dissemination of information to the public and other stakeholders to prevent/ minimize adverse health effects.”
Other postings highlighted include providing guidance and analysis on environmental exposures and outcomes, as well as policy development and investigations.
This position is based in Dauphin County.
Attorney 5
Salary: $102,436 to $152,275
Agency: SL Public School Employees’ Retirement System
Description: “As Deputy Chief Counsel, the position is responsible for performing professional legal work, which ranges from moderately to highly complex legal matters in which the Board, the Public School Employees’ Retirement System (‘PSERS’), and the School Employees’ Defined Contribution Plan (‘Plan’) (www.psers.pa.gov) become involved in areas including, but not limited to, investment-related transactions, retirement benefits and defined contribution administration.”
This position is based in Dauphin County.
Epidemiologist
Salary: $89,780 to $136,411
Agency: Department of Health
Description: “This position will supervise a multidisciplinary team comprised of epidemiologists, epidemiology research associates, infection preventionists, nursing consultants, data analysts, program and project managers, and ancillary staff working within the healthcare-associated infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship (HAIP/AS) program.”
This position is based in Dauphin County.
Epidemiologist supervisor
Salary: $102,436 to $152,275
Agency: Department of Health
Description: “Serves as the federally funded Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) Surveillance Epidemiologist. Collaborates in the implementation of Pennsylvania’s Disease Reporting Act by participating in the development, implementation, oversight and evaluation of disease surveillance systems. Ensures that surveillance data are reviewed on a daily basis to identify unusual disease trends; monitors for and take steps to correct surveillance system problems; participates in investigations of suspected disease outbreaks; makes recommendations; and provides needed direction and training.”
This position is based in Dauphin County.
Director, The State Museum of Pennsylvania
Salary: $89,780 to $136,411
Agency: SL Historical and Museum Commission
Description: “The Bureau Director is responsible for the direction, development, and promotion of The State Museum of Pennsylvania; supervision of all museum professionals, support, and volunteer staff; operation of statewide programs including audio-visual exhibitions, security, and field archaeology programs; and the Registrar’s office- including collection, packing and shipping, and digitization. The Bureau Director operates under the Museum’s Statement of Purpose and in alignment with the agency’s strategic plan to achieve designated goals and objectives and to provide high quality services to the public.”
This position is based in Dauphin County.
See more listings with the commonwealth online at governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau.