Administrative Associate II (Deputy Warden's Secretary) - Central Prison

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Administrative Associate II (S) Position Number 65014454 Grade NC02 About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work This position reports to the Deputy Warden at a multi-custody male correctional facility and operates in a high volume, fast pace environment. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Scheduling needed appointments, filing all related work, answering the telephone and making photocopies. 2. Assisting in personnel roles and performing other duties as assigned by management staff. 3. Maintaining files/records according to departmental policy to allow quick, easy access and retrieval of information. 4. Composing memos/letters with limited instructions from supervisor and proofreading documents for spelling/punctuation/grammar. 5. Inputting and comprehending computer-generated data and reviewing completed tasks to ensure accuracy/integrity of information. 6. Working under stressful conditions and meeting daily/monthly deadlines, receiving/processing sectional mail, and maintaining confidentiality. 7. Working well independently as well as in very close proximity to offenders and other correctional staff. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the Minimum Education and Experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Management Preferences Documented composition and communication skills (written and oral). Documented working knowledge of word processing or spreadsheet programs. Compensation and Benefits The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Health Insurance options Retirement Plans NCFlex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. Salary Range : $31,200 - $51,249 This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night BEFORE the end date listed above . This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business needs. About Central Prison :  Central Prison in Raleigh, NC has been in continuous service since 1884. It serves as the admission point into prison for adult male felons sentenced to 20 years or more and is the main medical and mental health center for male offenders. It also houses special populations, including death row and safe-keepers.  While security requires that certain offenders remain in their cells, there are more than 260 offender job assignments that include working in the kitchen, laundry or canteen. Offenders also work as barbers, janitors and clerks. Offenders can attend substance abuse group therapy meetings, Bible studies or worship services. Supplemental Application Information Application Process NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include : Complete education history (including high school) Full work experience details Certificates and licenses, if applicable Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. Applicants  may  be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered . Criminal Justice Certified Positions If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification . ALL applicants must: Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302) Pass a criminal background check Produce a negative drug screening result Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations Possess a valid driver’s license Education Equivalency Verification The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members . Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4  Form (Certificate  of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must a