CDOC Administrative Assistant III - Buena Vista Correctional Complex

Administrative Assistant III This position is only open to Colorado state residents. The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies at Buena Vista Correctional Complex. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more; Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information. This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle. Primary duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: Receives and screens inquiries and ensures response and/or follow-up are completed; Research information to resolve problems or concerns when the solution is unclear; Instructs customers on filling out forms/documents; Distributes mail accordingly; Schedules meetings and administrative appointments; Takes/transcribes/distributes meeting minutes as requested; Ensures clear and concise communication with customers, co-workers, supervisors, and appointing authority; Create, compile and build employee personnel files. Maintain confidentiality of information. File all documentation into electronic personnel files; Position creates, maintains and tracks data using appropriate software; Verify adequate releases, gather information, monitor the review of files as requested by employees, supervisors, investigators, and attorneys; Scan and upload release documents into current files; Provide accurate information to approved stakeholders as it relates to employment verifications, employment dates, salary and work titles; Utilizes Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, DCIS, PCDCIS and other computer programs to enter, track, and retrieve data; Distributes information via mail, e-mail, and fax to appropriate parties; Establishes, maintains, and updates office record keeping systems, tickler files, forms, internal logs, and reminder notices; Drafts, prepares, edits, and publishes correspondence, documents, reports, etc., from written material or verbal instruction; Designs and revises documents to include hand-outs, flyers, instructions, manuals, etc.; Other duties as assigned. Residency Requirement: This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Class Code & Classification Description: G3A4XX Administrative Assistant III Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only: Three (3) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position General clerical duties may include: the accurate and timely completion and processing of documents and information; data entry; printing; scanning and making copies; scheduling; accepting reservations or registrations; arrange meeting logistics and equipment; reception and intake; record keeping, filing and maintenance; answering multiline phones and relaying messages; and general administrative tasks in an office support environment. Or Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years Ensure that the "Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes. Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Required Competencies: Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind; Established proficiency in position-related office technologies, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Ability to work directly with offenders in a prison environment; Exceptional interpersonal/customer service skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Efficient management/input of data and tracking; Strong ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility; Impeccable organizational, planning and prioritizing skills; Precise attention to details. Preferred Qualifications: Experience proof-reading, editing, or creating documents; Experience supporting a program or work unit; Experience with data-entry, checking and verifying; Experience with National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC); Experience working with confidential information; Experience creating and maintaining budgets and budget reports; If you are using the substitution, one year of clerical experience is preferred. The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, Online Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants. Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions. Please note that while this change in role may constitute a change in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly. If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application. If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation Colorado Department of Transportation