Administrative Assistant 5 | Office of Strategy & Innovation
State of Washington
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The Washington State Department of Corrections seeks an Administrative Assistant 5 to serve as the principal assistant to the Director of the Office of Strategy and Innovation. You will manage confidential admin tasks, lead project coordination, and coordinate complex administrative requirements for OSI staff.
You will support OSI staff, handle communications, budget tracking, and travel arrangements, while ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all duties and documents.
Qualifications
- One year as Administrative Assistant 4.
- Two years' experience as Administrative Assistant 3.
- Five years of progressively responsible admin experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Public Admin, or similar.
Responsibilities
- Serve as principal assistant to the Director for administrative matters.
- Manage calendars, scheduling, travel, and correspondence.
- Coordinate meetings, arrange rooms and equipment.
- Provide confidential administrative and technical support.
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Salary Range: $5,111 - $6,870 Monthly The Washington State Department of Corrections has an exciting opportunity for a creative, organized and dedicated team member to join the Office of Strategy and Innovation as an
Full Time | Permanent
Location: Headquarters | Tumwater, WA
Salary Range: $5,111 - $6,870 Monthly
The Washington State Department of Corrections has an exciting opportunity for a creative, organized and dedicated team member to join the Office of Strategy and Innovation as an Administrative Assistant 5 (AA5)! The goal of the position is to serve as the principal assistant for administrative and personnel matters for the Director of the Office of Strategy and Innovation (OSI).
As an AA5, you will be responsible for effectively and efficiently providing confidential administrative and technical support through various programs and project management and coordinating various complex projects and administrative requirements for Office of Strategy and Innovation (OSI) staff and operations. This dynamic role could have you serving as a quality control liaison, addressing and responding to agency or public groups on departmental functions and policies, answering questions regarding operations of the division and coordinating travel arrangements for the Director and OSI staff.
Strong editing and proofreading skills are required as you will proofread and copy edits for research reports, manuscripts, pamphlets and brochures prior to publication and/or distribution. You will also coordinate internal office moves for OSI, as needed, including transfer of equipment and ensuring systems access.
This position requires independent judgment and problem‑solving solutions to prioritize and complete daily duties and functions. The OSI team is excited to add a team member who will support staff for administrative matters while supporting the organization’s mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives!
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.
As an Administrative Assistant 5, some of your duties will include:
- Serving as the principal assistant to the Director of the Office of Strategy and Innovation which includes:
- Accomplishing varied and complex projects, makes decisions and acts on behalf of the Director in administrative matters
- Using independent judgment to plan, prioritize and organize a diverse workload related to department-wide efforts involving OSI
- Identifying, researching and resolving problems through the development of administrative processes to eliminate duplication of effort
- Keeping the Director apprised of action items, status checks, priorities, deadlines, and relevant business issues
- Managing executive-level calendars, scheduling appointments/meetings, dates/times, locations, and attendees as needed
- Arranging for conference rooms and equipment as needed for meetings and/or conferences
- Preparing correspondence for the Director, exercising signature authority on designated administrative matters
- Preparing and reviewing correspondence on the Director's behalf to ensure clarity, consistency, and quality of documents
- Reading, routing and distributing incoming mail, retaining certain correspondence for own replies
- Supporting OSI staff for administrative matters which could look like:
- Attending staff meetings, assisting with setting the agenda, capturing action items and following up
- Setting schedule and venues for in person quarterly meetings
- Coordinating agendas and logistics
- Creating timelines and tools to support staff in preparing deliverables, status updates or any other needed work products
- Coordinating, attending, and managing of additional OSI meetings related to projects, strategic planning, continuous improvement, change management or any other effort to satisfy the business requirements of OSI
- Serving as personnel liaison with Human Resources (HR)
- Providing tracking, monitoring, and assistance in the management of the OSI budget
- Other duties as assigned
- One (1) year as an Administrative Assistant 4
- Two (2) years' experience as an Administrative Assistant 3
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the office/clerical, secretarial, or administrative work
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely aligned field from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- One (1) year of administrative experience.
In addition to the above education/experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:
- Excellent writing skills, including plain language principles and strong punctuation and grammar
- Ability to manage high stress situations created by competing priorities
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint programs
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
- Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
- Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
- People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
- Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
- Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
- DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
- This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
- Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
- Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
- A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
- We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
- Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a "drop in" area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
- Teamsters 117 represented positions receive 3 days of bereavement leave.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email mackenzie.conley@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read About Our Benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
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