Administrative Assistant Ii

ADCRR - Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day.

ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) – Yuma
7125 East Cesar Chavez Blvd.
San Luis, AZ 85349

Salary: $36,000.00
Grade: 15
Closing Date: 7/14/26

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is looking for an ambitious professional ready to jump-start a rewarding career! This position is responsible for performing administrative and general office duties and maintaining accurate documentation.

• Researches and gathers data for the preparation of various reports and special projects
• Prepares a variety of correspondence and responses
• Investigates complaints and resolves problems or refers to the appropriate area
• Reviews and monitors expenses from the budget to assure that funds are not exceeded
• Organizes and files both confidential and administrative files
• Maintains and operates general office equipment
• Attends meetings and takes minutes
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

• Knowledge of:
  • Administrative management practices
  • Procurement rules and procedures
  • Business English, spelling, and grammar
  • Filing systems
  • Proper telephone etiquette
  • Personal computers
  • Dealing with staff, inmates, and public
  • Word processing and spreadsheet software
  • ADCRR policies and procedures
• Skill in:
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Operation of general office equipment
  • Data entry
  • Preparing and formatting detailed reports
  • Writing correspondence
  • Training lower‑level staff
  • Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
• Ability to:
  • Plan, analyze, coordinate and prioritize work
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Research, collect and organize data
  • Work in a business/professional environment
  • Multi‑task
  • Work in a prison environment

• Two (2) – three (3) years of experience providing administrative support to a manager/administrator
• Knowledge of computer programs including Google Docs, Sheets and Gmail

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and a drug test.

Because driving or use of a vehicle is an essential function, the following apply: A current, valid, class‑appropriate driver’s license is required; the license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees driving on State business must complete required training and maintain acceptable driving records. A personally owned vehicle used on State business must maintain statutory liability insurance as prescribed in the Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2‑10‑207.11.

All employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.

All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave:
  Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Robust and affordable insurance plan including medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR employees in a different retirement plan should consult with their Human Resources Liaison.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255‑2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.