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Clerical Assistant – PACE/Elderplace Jobs in Milwaukie, OR at Providence
Description of Work
This position is located at Roanoke River Correctional Institution in Halifax County. This position will have a primary function of public contact for the Warden’s Office by making and receiving telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, and attending meetings. This position composes correspondence independently or from rough drafts provided by the Warden. The correspondence may be directed to offenders, staff, DAC management and/or the general public. Responsibilities of the position requires careful review of the content of work being completed to assure that it conforms with DAC guidelines. The position will process and act on confidential information directly to or from the Warden. The Administrative Specialist I will maintain the Warden’s calendar to include recording action dates and scheduling of appointments. This position will schedule facility staff meetings, record and prepare minutes for meetings held by the Warden, and disperse information as necessary. This position will process the Warden’s mail by opening, inspecting, date stamping and collating related documents and files for review and action by the Warden or appropriate manager.
This position handles significant amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning offenders, staff and other issues. This confidential information involves written and verbal communication generated by the Warden, which was received from other staff and external sources. This position helps to ensure all confidential information is identified and utilizes appropriate filing, typing, data entry, and communication skills to maintain confidentiality. Work in this area requires the position to maintain complete confidentiality when dealing with staff and offenders. Other sensitive areas include typing reports that deal with employee disciplinary actions, issues related to inappropriate conduct/activities, and/or criminal acts committed by staff or offenders in which other local and state enforcement agencies are involved. This position has authority to work directly with members of the facility management team and section heads as the Warden’s liaison. Functions include information gathering and preparation of monthly and annual reports, planning and organizing special projects, support committee activities, and community involvement activities. In addition, this position could be assigned to work other areas of the institution as needed.
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 NC08. 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.
“As of January 1, 2025, there are new increase adjustments to the state’s pay plans which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission, effective January 1, 2025. The new salary range(s) will be $37,782 – $66,120.”
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Documented knowledge of clerical/secretarial skills
Documented knowledge in the use of office machines
Documented proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience”. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. Seeoshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
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Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance and Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs and Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation and Reentry.
The Division of Institutions employs over 19,000 staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual, in our custody.
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) 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.
DAC 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 with a possibly related Human Service degree such as Divinity, Education, Health Education, Religion, Political Science, Social Science, Special Education, Therapeutic Education, or similar subjects must attach a copy of college transcript for evaluation.
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.
Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1
, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.
If you were ever charged with a criminal offense at some point in your life, you will be required to provide certified and true copies of warrant(s) and judgment(s) for each offense (other than a minor traffic violation) as a condition of employment, even if documentation and charges have previously been reported to this agency.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are questions about the posting, please contact Crystal Miller 252-214-6906.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Title: Clerical Assistant – PACE/Elderplace
Company: Providence
Location: Milwaukie, OR
