This position is located at Hyde Correctional Institution in Hyde County, an adult minimum, male prison facility. This position will work in the Administrative Section of the facility. This position will provide office management services for the Warden. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining an effective filing and office records system; document processing, correspondence, telephone and electronic communication, appointment scheduling, coordination of meetings and mail processing. Receive and direct telephone inquiries and visitors to the Warden's office. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain a professional demeanor with all criminal justice agencies, co-workers and the general public. Proficient in computer skills are a must. Demonstrate a good working knowledge of basic office machines. Must possess good verbal and written communication skills. Able to prioritize tasks and review the same to ensure accuracy and completeness. Able to maintain strict confidentiality as required in position of secretary to the Warden. Successful applicant must have work experience with word, excel, and other office software systems. Ability to take dictation and minutes and transcribe the same accurately.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
Note to Current State Employees: 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.
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. If you would like more information on how to apply for our jobs through the state application and/or more information on Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s), click on the following resource links: Introduction to the State Government Job Application and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs). (Note: These links were created for applicants of Department of Adult Correction jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:*Documented composition and communication skills (written and oral).
*Documented proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
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. See https://oshr.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.Come Join Us To Make A Difference!
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) 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 Institutions with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff in state prisons 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 is one of the divisions in DAC and employs a variety of 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. 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 Helpline at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Vickie Shaw at 252-214-6912.