Administrative Assistant

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Low-cost healthcare

Child care benefits (on-site)

Paid vacation/sick time/parenteral—no,

Wellness program

ASRS retirement plan (employer match)

Job summary

Maricopa County Correctional Health Services seeks an Administrative Assistant to coordinate nursing operations and support executive leadership with document management and communications.

You will manage calendars, prepare meeting materials, and ensure confidentiality while liaising with CHS leaders and staff. The role requires strong clerical experience, meticulous attention to detail, and proficient use of MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Three years of responsible clerical and/or administrative experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in business or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support for nursing management documents and correspondence.
• Maintain calendars for the Director and Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Serve as point-of-contact for nursing leadership and prioritize requests.

Skills

Clerical experience

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Adobe

Job description

Posting Date

08/24/26

Application Deadline

09/07/26

Pay Range

$21.25 - $34.50 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Correctional Health

About The Position

Are you passionate about providing organized coordination of projects and programs? Are you a detail-oriented people person interested in helping ensure that executive leadership-led initiatives run smoothly and comply with requirements? As an experienced Administrative Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to support the Director of Nursing and other leaders in one of the country’s premier corrections healthcare facilities!

The Maricopa County Department of Correctional Health Services is seeking a motivated, organized, and efficient Administrative Assistant to assist and coordinate nursing operational functions.

About Us

Correctional Health Services (CHS) is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication-Assisted Treatment and Opioid Treatment Program). Our department’s culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% contribution rate per paycheck that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Three years of responsible clerical and/or administrative experience
• High school diploma or GED

Other Requirements

• Must complete an MCSO-HR fingerprint/background check

We Also Value

• Associate’s degree in business or a related field
• Experience with compiling and tracking data, writing reports, and creating and editing documents.
• Three years of experience using a variety of office equipment and software (i.e., PC, Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Adobe)

Job Contributions

• Provide comprehensive administrative support related to creating, finalizing, and maintaining documents and correspondence such as clinical practice guidelines, policies and procedures, databases, information packets, memos, emails, and other communications for all aspects of nursing management
• Maintain calendars for the Director and Assistant Director of Nursing by scheduling and preparing for meetings, appointments, and events
• Serve as a point-of-contact for nursing executive leadership, maintaining confidentiality and appropriately routing and prioritizing requests, messages, emails, and calls received
• Prepare meeting agendas and presentation materials, take and transcribe meeting minutes, and prepare summaries for review and distribution
• Accurately maintain and work to improve the information available on the Nursing SharePoint site
• Independently manage time and work volume to ensure deadlines are met and support leadership with time-sensitive needs
• Maintain communication between nursing executive leadership, CHS leadership, and support staff, and answer requests within the scope of authority
• Coordinate, research, and provide the required information for various special projects
• Disseminate vital quality management information and updates to Correctional Health Services employees using the Correctional Health Services distribution list
• Function as an administrative liaison for NCCHC annual accreditation maintenance reports and as the point of contact for on-site visits
• Carry out all administrative phases of the annual patient satisfaction survey. This includes preparing and distributing packets, gathering and compiling survey results, creating final reports, and communicating survey outcomes in accordance with protocol
• Perform general office duties, including photocopying, faxing, mailing, and managing office supply inventory, in a fiscally responsible manner
• Support and assist with nursing recruitment responsibilities as needed

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work inside an office/administrative area of a correctional facility
• May be assigned to various clinical jail locations in the Phoenix area within a 5-mile radius

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.