Administrative Assistant

State of Indiana•Westville, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About Westville Correctional: Westville Correctional Facility is a multi‑level security facility located in Westville, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 3,400 incarcerated adult males. Originally built as a state hospital, the campus was converted to a correctional facility in 1979. The institution offers numerous programs focused on education, re‑entry, and community service. Partnerships include Gold Standard Truss, which operates a truss manufacturing site on facility grounds, and the Moreau College Initiative through the University of Notre Dame and Holy Cross College. Incarcerated individuals can develop valuable vocational and academic skills. Staff maintain an environment that promotes safety, structure, and rehabilitation. To learn more about Westville Correctional Facility, click here. Role Overview: You will work with employees in your unit as well as other units within the agency or department and the general public to interpret unit policy and procedures and to maintain coordination of work. You will receive specific instructions on unusual problems and must refer all deviations from the norm tothe supervisor. Results are reviewed for soundness of judgment, adherence to directions and technical competence.

Requirements

General knowledge of office administrative functions, theories, and principles.
Working knowledge of research techniques and report composition.
Working knowledge of functions of other departments and agencies and their impact on the department.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and proofreading skills.
Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and multitask.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to analyze procedures and policies and writes procedural manuals to recommend improvements.
Ability to coordinate the work of the section staff.
Ability to maintain cooperative work relationships.
A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 3 years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provides a wide range of administrative assistance to a department or division of a state agency.
Acts as liaison between program or department administration, state agencies, and interested parties.
Provides routine policy interpretation and related decisions to interested parties.
Researches and prepares various reports for supervisor.
Prepares and processes correspondence and verbally communicates with the public or other agency representatives.
Directs incoming correspondence to the appropriate individual.
Reviews and inspects incoming documents for accuracy, completeness, and to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
Obtains necessary approvals if needed.
Provides technical guidance and composes manuals for agency personnel.
Coordinates clerical and administrative functions.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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