tant Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting ID: 222314
Job Posting Closes: August 20, 2026
Agency Information:
Norton Correctional Facility is state owned and operated prison under the Kansas Department of Corrections. Norton Correctional Facility is a prison comprised of minimum, low, and medium incarcerated residents. Norton Correctional Facility is split into two different physical locations, Norton, KS housing Central Unit and Stockton, KS housing East Unit. The Kansas Department of Corrections and Norton Correctional Facility adhere to the following mission, vision, and beliefs.
Our Mission: Partnering to Promote Safety and Responsibility through Best Practices.
Our Vision: Transforming Lives for the Safety of All.
Our Beliefs: Our employees are our most influential resource. Everyone has worth and will be treated with dignity and respect through our words and actions. Everyone deserves compassion, empathy, and support. Everyone has the potential for future success through effective development and support. Transformative change is accomplished through teamwork and collaboration. Trust, honesty and transparency are essential to our success. Inclusive practices, acceptance and diversity are the foundation of our mission.
Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility
The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) does not sponsor employment visas for any positions and does not participate in the STEM-OPT extension program. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents, please refer to the federal Form I-9.
E-Verify Participation
KDOC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with the information from your Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please visit E-Verify.gov. For information about your rights under the Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER), please visit justice.gov/crt/immigrant-and-employee-rights-section.
KDOC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About the Position
Who can apply: Any applicants that meet the minimum qualifications
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 4:30PM
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Compensation: $17.56+ hourly / $36,524.80+ annually
- 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
The Administrative Specialist is responsible for maintaining the inmate payroll system for the Norton Correctional Facility. Calculates inmate pay including those inmates assigned to hourly wage jobs. Formulates changes from the Offender Activities Report and codes them into Athena payroll records on a daily basis. Calculates and processes closeout pay sheets on inmates transferred or released from the facility. Verifies and formulates responses to payroll information requests on Form 9’s from the inmate population. This position also assists with sorting, scanning, indexing, and imaging documents contained in Active and Inactive Inmate Records.
Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience in general office, clerical and administrative support work. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must have a Valid High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must have a Valid Driver’s License. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position. Must take and pass drug screen, background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) test. Must be a current United States Citizen.
Recruiter Contact Information
NCF Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785-877-6643
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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
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Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
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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
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
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
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.
