Office Specialist II

State of Utah; Gunnison (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking an Office Specialist II for the Central Utah Correctional Facility in Gunnison, Utah. This full-time, in-office role provides essential administrative support, handles confidential documents, and ensures efficient daily operations.

You will perform data entry, draft correspondence, greet visitors, manage calls, and coordinate visits for attorneys, while complying with agency policies and background check requirements.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret policies with accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to correctional staff and administrators.
• Handle data entry, prepare documents, and edit materials for accuracy.
• Greet the public, answer calls, and assist attorneys during visits.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Reading comprehension

Confidentiality

Strong work ethic

Tools

Background checking software

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $19.94 - $ Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline – 9/22/2026

Key Responsibilities

If you are a detail-oriented, dependable, team player, then this is the job for you! The Central Utah Correctional Facility is looking for an Office Specialist II.

Principal Duties

Provide Administrative Support and Assistance to Correctional Staff and Correctional Administrators.

Duties Include a Variety Of Support Services, Such As

• Prepare and process documents; data entry.
• Originates confidential correspondence, reports, documents, and other written materials; edits written material for accuracy.
• Multitasking and Prioritizing workflow.
• Will work with background checking software.
• Greet the public and answer questions, answer the phone and check in/process attorneys for visits.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate

• Works independently with little or no supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Excellent reading comprehension with the ability to read and understand policies.
• Maintain Confidentiality.
• Strong Work Ethic.

About The Role

Location

255 East 300 North

Gunnison, Utah, 84634

United States

Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.

Drug Test Required – Yes

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections is a dedicated team of professionals who ensure public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment. For more detailed information about the Utah Department of Corrections; we invite you to browse our website.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].