Correctional Office Assistant at Decatur Correctional Center

Provide support services to a Correctional Center Educational Program.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Act as receptionist in College area and direct traffic as required.
2. Answer direct assist incoming calls.
3. Provide assistance in preparing classroom materials for instructors as required.
4. Prepare memorandums and letters as required.
5. Prepare Purchase Orders and requisitions as required.
6. Prepare spreadsheets for expenditures and perform data entry for information pertaining to expenditures on Datatel software.
7. Create and maintain fiscal related records and files.
8. Prepare student files and perform data entry for information pertaining to admissions and registration on Datatel software.
9. Create and maintain student records and files.
10. Process and track student transcript requests
11. Distribute and track all facility and college rosters.
12. Prepare attendance forms for full and part-time academic students.
13. Input attendance assignments and other information on DOC data system as required.
14. Input information on DOC data system for Tuition Reimbursement Program as required.
15. Create and maintain file system on all correspondence.
16. Assist Associate Dean in completion of required reports in a timely manner.
17. Be on site a minimum of 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
18. Notify supervisor well in advanced of absence.
19. Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.
20. Attend both college and facility staff meetings as required.
21. Attend training as required.
22. Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
23. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
24. Abide by DOC and Lake Land College regulations at all times.
25. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
26. Maintain equipment assigned area.
27. Maintain control of keys per DOC requirements.
28. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• Associate Degree Preferred

Business/office related work and computer experience required.

Business etiquette and general office procedures.

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills; Microsoft Office XP and general office skills as determined through assessment; and word processing skills.

Detail-oriented, self-starter who enjoys relating to a diverse population of students, staff and public in a fast-paced work environment with multiple interruptions. Works consistently to further the college's vision and values. Work collaboratively with immediate peers and other departmental areas to support student learning and development. Shows respect and compassion for others. Values the open exchange of ideas and exhibits innovation in daily work and special projects.