Administrative Assistant II - Mail Room - Classification and Inmate Transpo at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Huntsville, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative support, Data entry, Mail room operations, Record keeping, Report preparation, Correspondence processing, Computer literacy, Communication skills, Policy interpretation, Clerical support, Customer service, Document editing, Filing systems, Organizational skills

Industry

Government Administration

Description

I. Job Summary Performs routine administrative support work. Work involves providing administrative support including disseminating information; assisting with maintaining filing systems; and preparing and editing reports and documents. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. Essential Functions A. Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and other documents; and coordinates work with other departments, units, and staff. B. Reviews inmate correspondence and processes denials content received in violation of the correspondence rules; and responds to inmate inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. C. Performs data entry, retrieval, and data searches; assists in preparing reports; and maintains files and records for the unit mail room operations. D. Maintains log of inmate special, legal, and media mail; and processes electronic communications, certified mail, and packages received. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. Minimum Qualifications A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. 2. Customer service, clerical, administrative support, technical program support, mail room, or correctional unit operations experience preferred. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of office practices and procedures. 2. Knowledge of mail room operations and agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures regarding inmate mail preferred. 3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 4. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 5. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 6. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 7. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. 8. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports. IV. Additional Requirements with or without Reasonable Accommodation A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, cart, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

The role involves performing routine administrative support, including managing inmate mail, processing correspondence, and maintaining accurate unit records. The assistant will also prepare reports, perform data entry, and coordinate with various departments to ensure operational efficiency.