ACJIS OPERATOR

State of Arizona; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick days with 10 paidH0

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per

Robust and affordable insurance plan

Exceptional retirement program

Optional benefits such as deferred

Commuter club/public transportation

Job summary

Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) in Buckeye, AZ seeks an ACJIS Operator (Administrative Assistant II). The role focuses on completing background clearances, updating ACIS with essential information, and maintaining confidentiality.

It may include special assignments and manual/electronic tracking tasks. Responsibilities include processing background checks for visitors, maintaining logs, organizing confidential files, and supporting unit operations with

Qualifications

• Background clearances required and ACJIS Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain ACJIS Certification and work in a confidentiality‑driven environment.
• Experience with administrative tasks and background verification processes.

Responsibilities

• Conducts background clearances for visitors including inmates, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintains logs both manually and electronically with confidentiality.
• Organizes and files confidential documents and records.
• Processes warrant checks and forwards to outside criminal justice agencies.
• Performs related administrative tasks and completes special projects and reports.
• Attends meetings and required training.
• Sets up and maintains user accounts.
• Drives on state business and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Written and verbal communication

Multitask

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google

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.

ACJIS OPERATOR

(ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II)

Job Location:

Address:

Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) – Lewis
26700 South Highway 85
Buckeye, AZ 85326
https://corrections.az.gov/

Posting Details:

Salary: $36,000.00

Grade: 15

Closing Date: 10/25/2026

Job Summary:

Do you have experience working with ACJIS? Do you have experience in background verifications?

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is looking for an administrative professional to fill the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Operator position. This position is responsible for completing a variety of background clearances. Ensuring ACIS is updated with relevant and necessary information while maintaining confidentiality. Special assignments when required. Also maintains tracking systems manually and electronically.

Job Duties:

• Conducts background clearances on all visitors, including inmate visitors, vendors, contracted employees, volunteers, special tours, and specified inmates
• Maintains logs manually and electronically and ensures confidentiality of all information
• Organizes and files confidential documents and records
• Processes warrant checks and sends to outside criminal justice agencies
• Performs related administrative tasks and completes special projects/assignments and reports
• Attends meetings and required training
• Sets up and maintains all user accounts
• Drives on state business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Basic administrative practices
• General office practices and procedures
• Business English, spelling, and grammar
• Filing systems
• Proper telephone etiquette
• Dealing with staff, inmates, and the public
• Computers and associated software, including Microsoft Office and Google
• Agency policies and procedures

Skill in:

• Computers and general office equipment
• Data entry
• Difficult and complex report preparation, formatting, and management
• Written and verbal communication
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships

Ability to:

• Work independently and adapt to changing environments and techniques
• Multitask and meet deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality
• Understand, apply, and comply with laws, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Obtain and maintain ACJIS Certification
• Learn to operate various computer equipment and systems, including Department of Public Safety systems and ACIS
• Work in a prison environment

Selective Preference(s):

• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office and Google

Pre-Employment Requirements:

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

This position is required to obtain ACJIS Certification within three (3) months of appointment/hire

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any 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:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• 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 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 [phone]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.