Job Description
Job Description
The Office Specialist in Grand Marais, Minnesota performs clerical work requiring a thorough understanding of the operating policies and procedures applied in preparing and maintaining records and processing client caseloads in a functional unit of Arrowhead Regional Corrections (ARC).
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $19.33 - $29.14 per hour.
Please note: Applications will continue to be accepted until this position is filled.
An employee in this class is responsible for performing a wide variety of routine administrative tasks following policies and procedures in processing case records and assisting clients and the public. Duties include assembling data and preparing forms, records, and reports; drafting original correspondence explaining semi-specialized procedural requirements to clients and the public. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.
CONSTANT : Near and midrange vision; hear within 5 ft and up to 20 ft; right and left wrist turns; and work inside.
FREQUENT : Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; far vision; depth perception; field of vision; visual accommodation; color vision; balance; bend neck; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; reach above shoulder; rotate neck; sit; squat; static neck position; stoop/bend; walk; talk/speak; twist at waist; work alone, with and around others; clients with behavioral challenges; and customer/public contact.
OCCASIONAL : Climb stairs; crouch; kneel; blood borne pathogens; and driving.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail): - High school diploma or its equivalent.
- Ability to type from clear copy at a rate of 40 w.p.m. net.
- Demonstrated ability to operate personal computer based systems.
- Proficiency in operating word processing software.
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental Questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 9 and 11 - 15.
Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at
VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
- Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
- Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
- Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
- Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.
PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS: Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Applicants selected for appointment to a position with Arrowhead Regional Corrections are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION: Arrowhead Regional Corrections is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Compensation details: 19.33-23.96 Hourly Wage
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