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Clerical Assistant - Law Library

State of Indiana • Westville, IN • 1d ago

Date Posted: Jul 24, 2026

Requisition ID: 481293

Location:

Westville, IN, US, 46391

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Westville Correctional Facility:

Westville Correctional Facility is a multi-level security facility located in Westville, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 3,400 incarcerated adult males. Originally built as a state hospital, the campus was converted to a correctional facility in 1979. The institution offers numerous programs focused on education, re-entry, and community service. Partnerships include Gold Standard Truss, which operates a truss manufacturing site on facility grounds, and the Moreau College Initiative through the University of Notre Dame and Holy Cross College. Incarcerated individuals can develop valuable vocational and academic skills. Staff maintain an environment that promotes safety, structure, and rehabilitation. To learn more about Westville Correctional Facility, click here (https://www.in.gov/idoc/facilities/adult/westville-correctional-facility/) .

Role Overview:

As a Clerical Assistant, you will be responsible for all duties and responsibilities associated with the facility packet room, record keeping, electronic filing, document archiving, and classification notifications. Individuals with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks are highly sought after and will be the most successful in this position. The position will work closely with other support staff in completing facility-required goals and tasks and will be an integral member of a successful and efficient team.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $27,638 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Supports the daily operations of an organization by performing general office tasks

Greets visitors and directs them to the appropriate person according to their needs.

Answers telephones and gives information to callers, take messages, or transfers calls to appropriate individuals.

Opens, sorts, and routes incoming mail and correspondence, and prepares outgoing mail.

Operates office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.

Accurately maintains and organizes office files.

Delivers messages and run errands.

Maintains inventory, orders, and distributes supplies.

Completes tasks or projects assigned by supervisor in a timely manner.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

Working knowledge of general office functions and clerical procedures.

Basic computer skills.

Active listening skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Attention to detail and proofreading skills.

Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Ability to work with sensitive documents and information, and be privy to sensitive agency information without divulging information to internal or external parties.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to provide effective and professional customer service to internal and external parties.

A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) is required.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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