Job Details

State of Idaho Opportunity

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Summary:

The mission of the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) is to create a model correctional system that provides equitable access to programming and opportunities that reflect a community experience, foster connections, and restore victims of crime. IDOC is currently recruiting for a full-time Administrative Assistant 2 at the Idaho State Correctional Center (ISCC) located in Kuna, Idaho. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level support to department leadership and work closely with the Deputy Warden of Security on impactful grievance resolution. You'll support both security and non-security teams, using strong communication and collaboration skills to keep operations running smoothly. The position requires independent decision-making and sound judgment while handling research, reports, and sensitive documentation. This is a dynamic role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, trust-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide advanced administrative and operational support to department leadership.
2. Serve as a key resource to the Deputy Warden in the management of policy driven tasks and responsibilities.
3. Support a wide range of administrative functions for both security and non-security personnel, requiring effective communication, public relations, and liaison skills.
4. Exercise a high level of independence and sound judgment in interpreting and applying policies, procedures, and guidelines.
5. Conduct independent research and analysis to compile information, prepare reports, address complaints, and resolve operational issues; draft correspondence and prepare executive-level, sensitive, confidential, and legal documents with minimal guidance.

Minimum Qualifications: Your resume needs to clearly articulate how your skills, education and experience meet qualifications below-

1. Good knowledge of office support functions including word processing and filing. Typically gained by at least one year of experience in an office environment performing a wide variety of office support functions as the predominant responsibility of the job, (answering telephones, using knowledge of computer software, filing systems and general office equipment). OR completion of two semesters of Office Procedures coursework AND six months of office support experience.
2. Good knowledge of composing a variety of business documents. Typically gained by at least 1 year of office experience which required composing and proofreading a variety of business documents on a regular basis.
3. Good knowledge of researching, compiling, and summarizing data for reports. Typically gained by at least one year's work experience compiling data/information for reports OR approximately six months work experience researching and compiling data for reports (completing reports for college-level courses is acceptable).
4. Experience interpreting, applying, and explaining complex information such as regulations, policies, or services. Typically gained by aiding an executive, administrator, and/or manager by interpreting, applying, and explaining complex information such as regulation, policies, or services. Experience in this area should have been of an independent nature where you were responsible for establishing your own work methods. Duties required analysis of technical data and independent decision making.
5. Experience independently solving problems/performing liaison activities in a work setting; coordinating activities requiring complex arrangements.
6. Willing to work in a correctional institution.

PREA:

You must complete the following questionnaire to be considered for this position:

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations