Student Assistant - Central Records - Central Office, Lansing

Posting number: 4702-26-7601-STUDTAST-CV

Department: Corrections - Central Office

Job classification: Student Assistant

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections

Summary

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The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.


This position assists Records Maintenance staff with the duties to accurately and efficiently maintain active Central Office prisoner records; adding new commitment files to the file tracking system; sort and file large volumes of file material; track file movement; assist other users in locating files when necessary; retrieve and distribute requested prisoner files for users throughout the building.  This position also functions as back-up for Record Storage, Records Discharges, and the Mail Room when necessary.  

Please note:  Student Assistant positions are considered permanent non-career positions until college graduation.  Student Assistant positions are eligible to work up to 129-hours per month (including the summer months, even if you are not enrolled in classes).  These positions will accommodate college class schedules.  

The student must provide current evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution as well as three (3) signed letters of recommendation. This information MUST be included as attachments on your application.

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Examples of duties

Supplemental information

• Knowledge of terminal digit and straight numeric filing helpful but not essential.  
• Ability to follow instructions, work as part of a team, communicate well with others, follow chain of command and be flexible when priorities and procedures change as the needs of the Department change.
• Some knowledge of terminology and subject matter in the area of work to be performed. 
• Some knowledge of office equipment or materials used in the work. 
• Ability to use a computer. 
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions. 
• Ability to learn the work of the agency. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with others. 
• Ability to maintain favorable public relations.

*Please attach a cover letter and resume'.   Failure to do so may result in you being screened out of the interview process.   

All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration.  Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.  Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date.  More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found