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Administrative Associate

State of North Carolina
New Bern, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jul 2026
💰 $51,249/yr($31,200/yr$51,249/yr)

About the role

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Administrative Associate II (S)

Position Number

60062987

Grade

NC02

About Us

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

This position is located at Craven Correctional Institution in Vanceboro, NC, Craven County. The prison is a Medium Custody Adult Male Felon Diagnostic Processing Center which houses 850 offenders. Employees in this class provide clerical support to the Diagnostic Center of the institution.

- Typing, answering telephone, transcription of dictation, making copies, etc.

- Support is provided to Diagnostic Staff which includes Case Analysts, Senior Case Analysts and Diagnostic Center Director

- May also be utilized for certification in running criminal background records or processing offenders

- Proficiently use computers, dictation equipment, copy machines, fax machines, telephones and other standard office equipment

- Proficiently use Microsoft Word and be able to type at least 50 WPM

- Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work under sometimes stressful conditions resulting from time constraints and expected deadlines

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences:

Salary Range: $31,200 - $51,249

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

· Documented knowledge of human resource, personnel functions.

· Documented experience using Microsoft Officer and/or any related software.

· Documented experience carrying out both oral and written instructions.

The Posting will close at 11:59 P.M. the night before the end date.

State Benefits Information:

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health Insurance options
  • Retirement Plans
  • NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
  • Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC02.  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.

About the Division of Institutions:

The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

Supplemental Application Information:

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals.

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