Administrative Support Assistant 2

Administrative Support Assistant 2

Salary

$36,691.20 - $53,393.60 Annually

Location

Cedar Rapids - 52404 - Linn County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

27-00904

Agency

226 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Cedar Rapids

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

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Point of Contact

Michelle Azevedo, michelle.azevedo@iowa.gov

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Job Description

This position is with the Iowa Department of Corrections - Sixth District. The sixth district encompasses 6 counties in Iowa (Jones, Johnson, Linn, Iowa, Tama and Benton).

The Administrative Support Assistant 2 is responsible for receptionist duties at the Faches Center in Cedar Rapids. Duties will include the following:

• Opening and closing of the Linn County Probation/Parole office.
• Greeting and assisting visitors.
• Answering incoming calls and directing them to the appropriate person.
• Distributing and processing mail .
• Court order processing through the electronic EDMS system. This will include reviewing, sorting and sending all Linn and Jones county orders.
• ICON data entry.
• Filing and scanning paperwork.
• Maintains UA protocol and phone line.

We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety.

As a State of Iowa Employee, you will also receive a robust benefits package including:

• Paid time off including vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave hours that you can accrue
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• IPERS Retirement package and option for deferred compensation
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee Discount Programs

If youre ready to take on this fulfilling and impactful role, apply now and join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• One year of full-time work experience in general office, clerical, data entry/processing, or related work.
• A total of one year of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes six months of full-time work as an Administrative Support Assistant 1.

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Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to type at least 40 WPM net as demonstrated by the completion of a typing examination.

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Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

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• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
• Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Do you have one year of full-time work experience in clerical or a closely related work area?

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How many months of COMBINED post high school course work in an accredited secretarial, business, or closely related curriculum AND full-time clerical work experience do you have?

• No full-time clerical work experience and specified education to a combined total of less than six months
• Six months to less than one year of the combined clerical work experience AND specified education
• One year or more of the combined full-time clerical work experience and specified education

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Are you a current permanent State of Iowa executive branch employee? IF YES - Do you have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes six months of full-time work as an Administrative Support Assistant 1?

• I am a current permanent State of Iowa executive branch employee AND have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes six months of full-time work as an Administrative Support Assistant 1
• I am NOT a current permanent State of Iowa executive branch employee
• I am a current permanent State of Iowa executive branch employee BUT DO NOT have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes six months of full-time work as an Administrative Support Assistant 1

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Employer State of Iowa

Agency 226 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Cedar Rapids Address 951 29th Ave SW

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404

Website https://doc.iowa.gov/sixth-district