ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II

State of Arizona; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Stafford, UK is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support and perform various office duties. The ideal candidate will multitask, maintain confidentiality, and possess excellent customer service skills. Responsibilities include data gathering for reports, preparing correspondence, and responding to inquiries. A strong background in administrative management practices and proficiency in MS Word and Excel are required. This role offers a salary of $17.30 per hour and various employee benefits including paid leave and health insurance.

Benefits

Vacation and sick days

Paid Parental Leave

Affordable insurance programs

Retirement program

Commuter club and transportation subsidy

Qualifications

• Exceptional in administration and customer service.
• Background investigation and drug test required.
• Knowledge of general procurement rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties as directed by a supervisor.
• Research and gather data for various reports.
• Prepare correspondence and respond to public inquiries.

Skills

Administrative management practices

General office practices and procedures

Data entry

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Two (2) - Three (3) years’ experience in providing administrative support

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Gmail

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II

Job Location: Address: Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) – SAFFORD

896 S. COOK RD
SAFFORD, AZ 85546

Salary: $17.30 Per Hour
Grade: 15
Closing Date: 12/29/2025

Job Summary

Are you exceptional in administration and customer service?

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is looking for a professional multitasker who performs administrative duties as directed by a supervisor or administrator.

This position also researches and gathers data for preparation of various reports and special projects at the Arizona at the Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Safford.

Apply now, and join the world of the Department of Corrections!

Job Duties

• General office duties
• Researches and gathers data for preparation of reports and special projects
• Prepares a variety of correspondence and responses
• Responds to related questions from the public and staff
• Investigates complaints and resolves problems or refers to appropriate area
• Reviews/monitors amounts expended from the budget to assure that expenditures do not exceed funds available
• Attends meetings and takes minutes
• Organizes and files confidential and administrative files
• Maintains and operates general office equipment
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of:

• Administrative management practices
• General procurement rules and procedures
• General office practices and procedures
• English, spelling, grammar usage, and filing systems
• Proper telephone etiquette, supervisory principles and techniques
• Dealing with staff, inmates and public
• Personal computers, word processing and spreadsheet software
• Department policies and procedures

Skill in:

• Operation of general office equipment
• Data entry
• Report preparation
• Formatting difficult and complex reports, writing correspondence
• Management and supervision
• Training lower-level staff
• Employee relations
• Time management
• Written and verbal communication
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships

Ability to:

• Plan, analyze, coordinate and prioritize work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Research, collect and organize data
• Multitask and work in a business/professional environment
• Work in a prison environment

Selective Preference(s)

• Working knowledge of computer programs, including MS Word, Excel, and Gmail
• Two (2) - Three (3) years’ experience in providing administrative support to a manager or administrator

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and drug test.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply: an employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave—Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255‑2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.