Administrative Associate II - Orange Correctional Center

About the role

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Management Preferences: Documented knowledge of clerical/secretarial skills Documented knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software Documented knowledge in the use of various office machines Salary Range: $31,200.00 - $51,249.00 Reporting to the Administrative Officer position is responsible for the Centralized Mail Processing Center of a male minimum security custody facility and assisting the Administrative Officer with personnel duties. The position responsibilities include the following: Transport all outgoing mail to the US Postal Service Office and transport all incoming mail into the facility using a state vehicle. Sort and inspect all outgoing and incoming offender mail; utilize inmate banking system (OPUS/IBS) to enter funds received for inmates; process and handle all incoming packages and all outgoing mail and packages. Meet distribution needs for both the facility and offenders ensuring all policy and procedures are applied for the safety and security of the public and staff. Work with great attention to detail, ability to use a computer and Microsoft software; Word, Excel, Outlook with a significant knowledge of office procedures and practices. Process data assigned will require usage of a computer, fax machine, scanner and copier; file with accuracy in a systematic order. Employees will work independently, use good communication skills both verbally and written, and answer inmate inquiries concerning mail. This position will have daily contact with offenders; so maintaining confidentiality and following prisons policies and procedures is required. This position supports the Administrative Officer in administrative duties including but not limited to data entry, day-to-day processing, and ordering supplies, and associated financial tasks. The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before the End Date. Orange Correctional Center in Hillsborough NC is a minimum-security prison for adult males. The prison originally housed medium custody offenders and was converted to a minimum-security unit in 1966. Piedmont Community College works with the prison to provide vocational classes in food service technology and light construction. Work Schedule This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). The selected candidate will work Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Hours may vary at times depending on the business needs of the facility. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NC Flex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits . Note to Current State Employees: State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result. Supplemental Contact Information NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at o