Deputy Division Director Administrative Assistant Central Office

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program

This position serves as the Administrative Assistant to the Deputy Division Director and DAI Programs Manager. In addition, this position serves as the office manager directing a variety of support functions for the office.

This position is located in a fast-paced office; therefore, applicants will need to be detail-oriented, organized and have the ability to multi-task. Possess professional oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate in a friendly, welcoming and professional manner, both in person and via phone.

Composes and drafts correspondence involving the interpretation of specialized programs and responds to inquiries from state officials, staff and constituents regarding agency matters.

Provides complex administrative assistance to the unit. Schedules meetings, makes travel arrangements and provides technical support. Prepare out-of-state travel authorizations, expense accounts, and training documents for section team members. Oversees and ensures the accurate, timely preparation of personnel, purchasing, and related documents. Monitors the unit’s operating budgets.

Exercises independence in decision making based on agency policy and practice. Receives general supervision from an administrative supervisor who makes assignments based on desired objectives and reviews work for achievement of results.

Performs independent functions which includes application of technical expertise regarding specialized programs. Organizes and implements program activities, confers with management regarding program status and issues.

Ability to contribute positively as part of a team, assisting with various tasks as required to help carry out the department’s mission of Improving Lives for Safer Communities.

Performs other related work as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

One or more years of experience as an Administrative Support Assistant (SOSA) with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency OR

Four or more years of office or related clerical experience; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

(Training from an accredited vocational or business school in Office Management, Secretarial Science, or a closely related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours, or 480 clock hours, for one year.)

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year.)

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager.

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

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Jefferson City, Missouri United States View Map