Governor Josh Shapiro signed Executive Order 2025-01 to help fill critical vacancies in the Commonwealth workforce with experienced and qualified former federal employees.
The Executive Order directs the Office of Administration to accept federal government experience as equivalent to Commonwealth work experience for identified critical vacancies, ensuring former federal employees with valuable experience can more easily apply for relevant Commonwealth jobs.
Employment Opportunities
Recruitment Needs
If you have federal government experience, your skills may align with various state roles. This list provides an example of similar positions within the Commonwealth.
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Commonwealth Position | Federal Equivalency |
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| Accountant | Accountant, GS 08 |
| Administrative Officer | Administrative Officer, GS 09; Management Analyst, GS 09; Program Analyst, GS 09; Management and Program Analyst, GS 09 |
| Auditor | Auditor, GS 07; Auditor (Financial), GS 07; Auditor (Performance), GS 07; Auditor (Attestation), GS 07 |
| Capitol Police Officer | Police Officer, GS 01-03 |
| Civil Engineer | Civil Engineer, GS 05; Engineer, GS 05; Civil Engineer, GS 07-09; Engineer, GS 07-09 |
| Clerical Assistant | Miscellaneous Clerk, GS 04-05; Miscellaneous Assistant, GS 04-05; File Clerk, GS 04-05; Lead File Clerk, GS 04-05; Correspondence Clerk, GS 04-05; Lead Correspondence Clerk, GS 04-05; Information Receptionist, GS 04; Secretary, GS 04-05; Clerk-Typist, GS 04-05; Office Automation Clerk, GS 04; Management Clerk, GS 04; Program Clerk, GS 04; Management and Program Clerk, GS 04; Lead Management Clerk, GS 04-05; Lead Program Clerk, GS 04-05; Communications Clerk, GS 04-05 |
| Clinical Dietician | Dietitian, GS 07-09 |
| Corrections Officer | Corrections Officer, GS 06 |
| Custodial Worker | Custodial Worker, Grade 01 |
| DCNR Ranger | Park Ranger, GS-07 with powers of arrest |
| Dentist | Dental Officer, GS 11-12; Dental Officer (Appropriate Specialist Title), GS 13-14 |
| Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic | Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer, Grade 08 |
| Epidemiologist | Epidemiologist, GS 11-14 |
| Fiscal Management Specialist | Financial Manager, GS 07; Financial Specialist, CL 26 |
| Food Service Worker | Food Service Worker, Grade 01-02 |
| Forester | Forester, GS-09 |
| Information Technology Executive | IT Specialist, GS 13-15; IT Project Manager, GS 13-15; IT Cyber Security Analyst, GS 13-15; Supervisory IT Specialist, GS 13-15 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | Practical Nurse, GS 03-06; Psychiatric Practical Nurse, GS 05-06 |
| Maintenance Repairman | Maintenance Mechanic, Grade 08 |
| Nurse Aide | Nursing Aid, GS 02 |
| Park Manager | Park Manager, GS 07-11 |
| PennDOT CDL Operator | Tractor Operator, Grade 05-06; Motor Vehicle Operator, Grade 07 |
| Procurement Specialist | Contract Specialist, GS 07 |
| Purchasing Agent | Purchasing Agent, GS 07-08 |
| Registered Nurse | Nurse, GS 07; Clinical Nurse, GS 09; Psychiatric Nurse, GS 09; Nurse Practitioner, GS 12 |
| Residential Services Aide | Health Aid, GS 02 |
Why work for the Commonwealth?
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Comprehensive Health Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
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Retirement Plans Secure pension and 401(k) options.
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Work-Life Balance Flexible work options and generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
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Education Benefits Tuition discounts, scholarships, and loan forgiveness programs.
Unemployment for Federal Workers
You may be eligible for unemployment benefits under federal law if you were a former federal civilian employee and:
- Your last official duty station was in Pennsylvania;
- You are a resident of Pennsylvania and your last official duty station was outside of the U.S.; or
- You were employed in Pennsylvania after separation from your federal employer.