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Administrative Assistant 2 Permanent / Full Time Location: Airway Heights Correction Center (AHCC) Salary Range: $4,213 - $5,611 Monthly Administrative Assistant 2 position is represented by Teamsters 117 bargaining unit. The Department of Corrections is seeking individuals for Airway Heights Corrections Center, a 2000+ bed male facility located about 10 miles west of Spokane. The position is under the Legal Liaison Office (LLO) reporting to CS2 and involves duties related to virtual court processes including arraignments, hearings, trials, and other court actions as supported by DOC policy. Responsibilities Support professional interactions with Criminal Justice Partners for requested court proceedings under direction of facility legal liaison. Process Civil Rights Complaints, Habeas Corpus, Personal Restraint Petition (PRP), Tort Lawsuits, Discovery/Request for Production, and Declarations received from Attorney General’s Office. Coordinate legal services for incarcerated individuals. Set up teleconferences, telephonic hearings, virtual hearings, professional visitations, depositions with attorneys, CPS, DCYF, DCS, Governor Ombuds, and DOC staff; provide backup to facilitate virtual hearings. Process Superintendent and Regional Correspondence in accordance with DOC Policy 110.300. Set up tours requested by local universities and colleges; provide backup for LLO. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent education. Three years of clerical, office, or administrative experience; OR one year of experience as an Administrative Assistant 1 with equivalent education. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of DOC OMNI and CePrison electronic data systems. Knowledge of DOC Policies. Basic computer proficiency including Outlook, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OMNI. Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Clear understanding and commitment to DOC Core Values. One year experience as an Administrative Assistant 1; OR bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration or closely aligned field with two years of senior clerical level office experience. Clerical or office work experience may be substituted for education on a year‑for‑year basis. Application Requirements Cover letter regarding interest in the position. Detailed resume. Three professional references (each with phone number and email address). IMPORTANT NOTES This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position. Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has supervised your work and can attest to your performance, technical skills, and job competencies. A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability. Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free work environment. A pre‑employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process; applicants who test positive for controlled substances will be disqualified. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies should inquire about exposure level. Animal care projects are a common component. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies should inquire about exposure level. Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may need to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from hire. Positive results require further testing and treatment. Employment is not contingent on test results. Foreign equivalent degrees accepted only with credential evaluation report. Until provided, the applicant will not be selected to move forward. DOC complies with employment eligibility verification requirements for Form I‑9. Selected candidates must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the US. DOC does not use E‑Verify; therefore no STEM‑OPT extensions are available. Telework Details Position may be allocated for telework. Work can be performed from home or another off‑site location within Washington state with reliable internet or cellular hotspot. Employees are expected to perform duties safely and maintain confidentiality. Onboarding may require onsite presence; some offices provide drop‑in areas but no dedicated workspace is provided. Benefits As a DOC employee, work‑life integration is a priority. Washington State offers a comprehensive benefits package including family insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement plan, Flex Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Assistance, and deferred compensation. State employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer‑contributed retirement programs. EEO / Disability Statement DOC is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, nor the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Josalyn.cork@doc1.wa.gov. 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