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May 13, 2026

Administrative Assistant - Policy and Information

Job Description

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:


Job Posting closes: Friday May 22, 2026


Kansas Department of Corrections - Larned State Correctional Facility

https://www.doc.ks.gov/

About the Position:
Who can apply: Anyone
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: $31,262.40 annually; Pay typically starts at $15.03 hour.
  • Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
  • Sick & Vacation leave
  • Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
  • Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
  • Fitness Centers in select locations
  • Employee discounts with the STAR Program
  • Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary: This position is located at the Larned State Correctional Facility and provides administrative support to Policy and Information Department, and Disciplinary Administrator.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
  • Provides varied secretarial support to Policy and Information Coordinator and facility Disciplinary Administrator. Work includes data entry and word processing of all directives, memoranda, reports, or evaluations, as well as taking minutes and transcribing verbal notes. Copies, distributes, and forwards information appropriately.
  • Coordinates, disseminates, and tracks the receipt of all IMPP and General Order updates as directed by Policy and Information Coordinator. Maintains policy manual updates. Copies and distributes material appropriately. Ensures that an adequate inventory of office supplies is available, requisitioning needed items as necessary.
  • Assists supervisor with data collection for statewide PREA initiatives as appropriate. Assists with picture taking for facility events and assists supervisor with other public relations endeavors. Assists with facility tours.
  • Maintains files pertinent to office operations, to include correspondence, disciplinary documentation, and related materials. Answers facility telephone console, screens incoming calls, and directs callers to the appropriate party. Provides clerical support to the Mail Room every Monday afternoon. Schedules and maintains appointment calendars.
  • Assumes other duties as assigned to fulfill the missions of the department and the agency.

Qualifications:

Licensing & Certification : Must have a valid driver's license and provide a copy.

Minimum Qualifications : Must have six months of experience in general office, clerical, or administrative support work. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Transcripts are required for education to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications : Extensive computer experience with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing applications

Recruiter Contact Information:
Name : Kelly Miller
Email : KDOC_LCMHF_APPLY@ks.gov
Phone : 620-625-7684
Fax: 620-285-8012
Mailing Address : 1318 Kansas Highway 264
Larned, KS 67550

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:
On your Careers - My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed:
  • DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
  • Driver's License Copy
  • College Transcripts if applicable
  • High school diploma or transcripts if applicable

Inside this job's Job Application, upload the these documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
Must be able to obtain a Kansas Tax Clearance certificate within 10 days of job offer if selected candidate for position.

Job Application Process:

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Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page .
Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.
Complete and Submit your application.
Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
Email - the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information page.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference at the following link: Disability Hiring Preference | Kansas Department of Administration (ks.gov)

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