Under the supervision of the director, this Administrative assistants must be able to skillfully prepare statistical and written reports as well as presentations for management and composing a number of types of professional documents the AA needs to be very organized, exude a positive image that reflects well on the organization and be familiar with all aspect of the business; this position provides administrative support for a diverse staff, management of community correction facilities and maintaining compliance with policies established by contracting agencies in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

• Handling a variety of correspondence, reports and other communication with contracting agencies
  
• Preparing and communicating daily census reports to appropriate areas in a timely manner
  
• Providing administrative and clerical support for the office staff including the Fiscal Administrator And/Or Human Resources Department
  
• Developing and maintaining resident files and computer data bases appropriate for the operation
  
• Maintaining office supplies for all staff, including inventory and purchasing
  
• Operating all standard office machines and computer software including MS Office Suite
  
• Ensuring that invoices and other Fiscal documents are approved and submitted to the Corporate Fiscal Department in a timely manner
  
• Participating in meetings and staff development sessions as required
  
• Providing reports and information to the Corporate office and contracting agency
  
• Liaison with office staff, MIS Department and vendors
  
• Responsible for collection of assigned ACA documentation
  
• Maintaining an accurate accounting of resident’s finances, including, but not limited to subsistence payments, petty cash, fines and costs
  
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Corporate Personnel

• Minimum of three years of satisfactory performance in a paid administrative support position
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledge:

• Strong skills in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook)
• Modern principles of Criminal Justice and Community Corrections
• Modern office principles and protocol

Abilities:

• Manage time and prioritize activities
• Give attention to detail and follow-through
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers
• Be flexible to meet unexpected job related schedules
• Meet the clearance requirements of contracting agency
• Execute all duties of this position with minimal supervision
• Priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives with minimum supervision

Education Requirement:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with advanced office training
• Associate’s degree in business is preferred
• Earning certifications in the specific technologies/products in use at the workplace is valuable and might be considered a prerequisite for advancement