Administrative Specialist I - Craggy Correctional Center

Salary : $37,782.00 - $66,120.00 Annually

Location : Buncombe County, NC

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : 25-00750 INST5 60073818

Department : Adult Correction

Division : Operations

Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 27 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

Job Class Title : Administrative Specialist I

Position Number : 60073818

Section : Adult Correction / Operations - Craggy Correctional Center

Salary Grade : NC08

Description of Work

This position is located at Craggy Correctional Center in Buncombe County, NC, which houses Medium / Minimum Custody Male Offenders. Positions in this class are characterized by knowledge or skills particular to an area of specialization, process, or program. Work requires specialized knowledge in the processing and application of information, documents and / or materials. The majority of time is allocated to tasks that involve several steps and require the selection of the most appropriate action within procedural and operational guidelines. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to, verifying data, report writing, summarizing and reconciling information or financial data, records management, claims review and processing, data collection and analysis, research, inventory, personnel administration and fund collection or expenditures. The role is different from the Administrative Associate because fewer general office or administrative tasks are performed.

This position is responsible for all aspects of Human Resources to include the Integrated HR Payroll System, and Data Maintenance. time entry, new hire paperwork, interviews, and benefits. Submits personnel action request forms for retirement, separation and leave of absences. Coordinator for leave of absences and voluntary shared leave. Serves as Health Benefits Representative for all benefits related issues. Compiles weekly and monthly reports.

• This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on 02 / 01 / 2025.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with

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.

Salary Grade : NC08 Salary Range : $37,782.00 - $66,120.00

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following :

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.

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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 & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & 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.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Ashley Keller at 828-757-5738.

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.

In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application to support your answer. Your application should also reflect all education and all professional work experience acquired, including high school and all degrees. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.(Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following : Education-including high school, Work Experience-each position should be listed separately, Certificates & Licenses, Skills and Additional Information).I acknowledge this requirement.

If selected for this position, the salary range offered will be within the posted salary range of $37,782.00 - $66,120.00. Are you willing to accept a salary in this range?Answering "No" to this question will result in your application being withdrawn from further consideration for this position.

Are you a current Dept. of Adult Correction / NC State employee?

Do you have previous Dept. of Adult Correction / NC State administrative experience?

What is your highest level of education COMPLETED?If a college degree, please list your major(s)

How many years' experience do you have providing office support to a managerial position?

Please document your use of Microsoft Office Suites and proficiency in job duties

Please document both written and verbal communication experience in your previous job.

Have you ever been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation?(A conviction does not mean that you cannot be hired. The offense and how recently you were convicted will be evaluated in relation to the job for which you are applying.)

If you answer "yes" that you have been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation, please explain the nature of the conviction and the offense.

Required Question

Salary : $37,782 - $66,120