Administrative Assistant

Indiana Department of Correction•South Bend, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of 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 the Indiana Department of Correction Division of Parole Services: The Division of Parole Services was established within the Indiana Department of Correction in the 1960’s severing its relationship with the State Welfare Department. Parole Services is charged with enhancing public safety by providing community based supervision and services for adult offenders through the use of evidence based practices as they transition from a Correctional Facility to Community Supervision. Parole Services Division operates out of ten district offices located across the State. Role Overview: As the Administrative Assistant, you will support program administrators and staff by performing tasks within a defined program area.

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

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
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave
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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