Working Title: Office & Admin Specialist Principal
Job Class: Office & Administrative Specialist, Principal
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 93010
Location : Lino Lakes
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/24/2026
Closing Date : 03/30/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections-Lino Lakes-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Minn Corr Facl - Lino Lakes / LL A/W Administration
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $24.12 - $32.54 / hourly; $50,362 - $67,943 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
Work Area : Records
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position exists to coordinate projects and programs for the Associate Warden of Administration: recruitment and retention efforts, litigation, Data Practices, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), internal staff recognitions (DOC Hotline articles), and all officer interviews. This position is also the primary backup to the Exec 2 in the Warden's Office and coordinates projects for executive staff at the facility. This position has access to classified legal, security and confidential information and facility administrative issues.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Typing skills and skills in using word processing software (preferably Microsoft Word) sufficient to create letters, memos, correspondence and reports.
Data entry performance sufficient to access DOC-specific databases and other computer systems to enter, gather, and report data. (Databases/systems may include: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Correctional Operations Management System (COMS).
Spreadsheet skills (preferably Microsoft Excel) sufficient to design, develop and manipulate spreadsheets.
Skills in researching and compiling data/information.
Skills in maintaining and updating record management systems, both electronic and hard copy information and files.
Human relation skills sufficient to deal with executive staff and managers, DOC staff, other state agencies, family members of incarcerated people, and the general public.
Written communication skills sufficient to independently compose and edit correspondence, letters, and reports using proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Verbal communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate effectively with a variety of customers and stakeholders and exhibit professionalism, courtesy and tact.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all data and information.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
Two (2) years of experience as an executive assistant, senior administrative assistant, office manager, or similar role.
Experience using BCA, CJIS, and/or COMS.
Knowledge of data privacy and the Minnesota Data Practices Act.
Working knowledge of ARCHIBUS and the Electronic Inter-Office Requisition (EIOR) purchasing system.
Experience in a correctional environment.
Knowledge of the court system and court documents.
Experience in developing administrative and programmatic procedures sufficient to obtain, organize, and draft materials.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Tracy Larsen at tracy.c.larsen@state.mn.us (cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us)
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
