Senior Administrative Assistant – State Government & Programs

State of Indiana; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision & Dental

Wellness rewards

HSA contribution

457(b) plan

Pension options

Paid leave

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

State of Indiana is seeking an experienced administrative professional to provide advanced support within Indiana State Prison in Michigan City. The role focuses on reviewing programs, administering staff functions, and interpreting policies to promote efficiency and safety.

Applicants should have extensive knowledge of administrative management, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of administrative management.
• Working knowledge of state governmental administrative structure.
• Working knowledge of assigned program area.
• Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and multitask.
• Ability to coordinate and motivate professional and support personnel.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and verbally, with diverse public.
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to establish cooperative work relationships.
• Ability to analyze, update and write procedures and policies.
• A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced administrative support to an agency, department, or facility.
• Reviews the organizational structure and functions of assigned program area to recommend changes to promote effectiveness.
• Administers staff functions in support of program area.
• Aids program administrator in applying agency or department policies and procedures.
• Represents program administrator in meetings with representative of other agencies, and interested public to explain and interpret program goals, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares, evaluates, and maintains administrative reports, policies, and procedures for different program areas

Skills

Administrative management

Government structure knowledge

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Policy writing

Cooperative teamwork

Job description

State of Indiana is seeking an experienced administrative professional to provide advanced support within Indiana State Prison in Michigan City. The role focuses on reviewing programs, administering staff functions, and interpreting policies to promote efficiency and safety.

Applicants should have extensive knowledge of administrative management, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders.