Office Specialist I Maine Correctional Center, Windham.

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CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION

The Department of Corrections has a current vacancy for an Office Specialist I located at Maine Correctional Center Windham position is open to current Maine DOC personnel and all outside applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is advanced office and administrative support work aiding the Department of Corrections requiring advanced office and administrative support services a proficient knowledge of modern office practices and office equipment necessary to perform diverse administrative functions. Responsibilities require using independent judgment initiative and discretion to make determinations on varied matters.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems.

• Preparing documents for distribution.

• Scheduling meetings and maintaining electronic schedules.

• Preparing and sending regular correspondence to internal and external stakeholders.

• Meeting and providing information to current and new employees.

• Compiles information and prepares reports for management.

KNOWLEDGESSKILLSANDABILITIESREQUIRED: (These are required to successfully perform the work assigned).

• Microsoft Office software suite including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.

• A working knowledge of the principles practices and equipment related to quality control of data input and output.

• Ability to verify code compute and/or reconcile data on standard documents.

• Conduct research gather Information and analyze results to reach a conclusion.

• Interact with all levels of management and employees.

• Create and maintain spreadsheets charts tables and reports

• Plans and organizes tasks and work responsibilities to achieve objectives. Sets priorities. Schedules activities. Allocates and uses resources properly.

• Expresses ideas effectively. Organizes and delivers information appropriately.

• Shares complete and accurate information. Maintains confidentiality. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures. Meets own commitments.

• Takes personal responsibility for job performance. Completes work in a timely and consistent manner. Sticks to commitments.

• Analyzes problem by gathering and organizing all relevant Information. Identifies cause and effect

• relationships. Comes up with appropriate solutions.

• Uses sound judgment to make good decisions based on information gathered and analyzed.

• Considers all pertinent facts and alternatives before deciding on the most appropriate action. Commits to decision.

• Use applicable computer programs.

• Interacts with people effectively. Able and willing to share and receive -operates within the group and across groups. Supports group decisions. Puts group goals ahead of own goals.

• Displays energy and enthusiasm in approaching the Job. Commits to putting in additional effort.

• Maintains high level of productivity. Self-directed.

• Listens actively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training education or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a proficient knowledge of modern office practices to perform advanced administrative support tasks requiring specialized skills and 2) the ability to use independent judgment initiative and discretion to make determinations on varied matters. All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Office Assistant I Office Assistant II Office Associate I and Office Associate II.

*Please address these preferences in your Cover Letter.*

Preference will be given to those candidates who can adjust to quickly changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Preference will be given to those candidates who have exceptional communication skills and interpersonal skills. Preference will be given to those candidates with strong organizational skills including electronic file organization.

State of Maine Benefits:

No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and well-being with a valuable total compensation package including:

Work-Life Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays 12 days of sick leave and 3 weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtime-exempt employees receive the personal leave.

Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($13231.40-$15566.46 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72. annual value).

Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes up to 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee. *Will vary based on job class.

Gym Membership Reimbursement Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit the Federal Student Aid office.

Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

Parental Leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who welcome a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additionally unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Theres a job and then theres purposeful transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn grow and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity Employer Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race color sex sexual orientation or gender identity physical or mental disability religion age ancestry national origin familial status or genetics. If youre looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodation is provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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