Administrative Assistant III

Arizona Department of Administration • Eloy, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking an Administrative Assistant III who works under the supervision of a higher authority. In this position, you will complete special projects as requested by the Deputy Warden, research and respond to public inquiries, draft and compose letters for the Deputy Warden’s signature, and complete, research, and prepare responses to inmate letters at the Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Red Rock Correctional Center in Eloy, Arizona. This is a great opportunity to join a great team within the Department of Corrections.

Requirements

• Knowledge of ADCRR policies and procedures
• Knowledge of written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of grammatical formatting using concise, specific, and grammatically correct non-technical language
• Knowledge of organizational movement, management, and business practices
• Knowledge of word processing
• Skill in problem solving
• Skill in analytical skills
• Skill in interpersonal skills
• Skill in communication, written and verbal
• Skill in management
• Ability to work effectively under a short deadline
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work with self-motivation, minimum of supervision, and as a team member
• Ability to plan, analyze, coordinate activities, and establish priorities
• Ability to develop effective operating procedures
• Ability to apply detailed knowledge of agency organization, policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently under general instructions on a large variety of projects
• Must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license if driving is an essential function
• Must complete all required driver training and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks
• Must maintain acceptable driving records
• Must maintain statutorily required liability insurance if operating a personally owned vehicle on state business
• Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years of administrative experience
• Computer skills using Microsoft and Google products

Responsibilities

• Researches, and compiles reports, letters, and inquiries
• Screens, routes calls, and maintains files as well as other duties as assigned
• Attends meetings, and compiles minutes
• Maintains calendar, office equipment, and supplies
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
• Drives on State business

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed