Job description

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
invites applications for the position of:
Administrative Associate II
JOB CLASS TITLE: Administrative Associate II

POSITION NUMBER: 60065309

DEPARTMENT: Adult Correction

DIVISION/SECTION: Secretary's Office / Prisons

SALARY RANGE: $31,200.00 - $46,734.00 Annually
SALARY GRADE: NC02 COMPETENCY LEVEL: Not Applicable

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Full-Time

WORK LOCATION: Harnett County

OPENING DATE: 12/05/22

CLOSING DATE: 12/09/22 5:00 PM Eastern Time

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC02. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About the NC Department of Public Safety (DPS):
DPS is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation. We have a mission that matters!

About Harnett Correctional Institution:
Harnett Correctional Institution is located in Lillington, North Carolina and houses up to 988 male offenders in a medium custody facility.This position is currently located within the Department of Public Safety but will transfer to the Department of Adult Correction when it is established on January 1, 2023.

This is a REPOST of position 60065309. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.

Reporting to the Correctional Administrative Sergeant, this position will function in the centralized mail processing center of a male medium custody facility. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Sorting, inspecting, and distributing offender mail.
Processing and handling legal mail and incoming/outgoing mail and packages.
Fulfilling distribution needs for both the facility and offenders, ensuring all policy and procedures are applied for the safety and security of the general public and staff.
Lifting, pulling, and pushing in excess of 10 pounds to move large bins of mail and/or packages.
Responding to offender inquiries concerning mail.
Utilizing Offender Banking System to enter funds received for offenders.
Working knowledge of office practices and procedures.
Functioning independently and possessing good communication skills, both verbally and written.
Operating a computer to include Microsoft Office software, such as Excel, Outlook, and Word.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Applicationand Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Department of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Knowledge using various office machines
• Knowledge using Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge using Microsoft Outlook
• Knowledge using Microsoft Word

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of administrative experience
Or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Lyndsey Schrier at (910) 944-2359.The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.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 attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
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.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Public Safety: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,200.00 - $46,734.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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