Administrative Professionals Day, held on on May 7, has been marked in Australia since 1981 as a day to recognise the role of admin staff, who often go unnoticed.

Dealing with a mouse plague to fixing broken printers is all part of the job for Wellington Correctional Centre's admin officer Skye Ireland.

"It might seem quirky and random but I've brought diffusers to the administration office to help mask the horrendous mouse smell that we are currently experiencing," she said.

"I walk around with a jar of mixed treats to lift the mood and many colleagues have mentioned that I make an amazing jelly slice."

Skye is among the more than 700 Corrective Services NSW admin staff being celebrated on Administrative Professionals Day celebrated on May 7.

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She says the 'A Team' at Wellington works well together and shared the workload when things get busy.

"Things can change very quickly within my admin routine - it can be a very fast-paced and demanding job but I love it because it keeps me on my toes," Ms Ireland said.

"I always make an effort to stop on the way to the photocopier and ask everyone how they're going. You'd be surprised how a quick conversation and letting other people know they are doing a good job can go a long way.

"When the COVID-19 restrictions came into place, we had to quickly learn how to book in video visits while explaining to loved ones why face-to-face visits were cancelled, which was difficult because it was a daunting time for families."

Correctional officer Jeanette Goodman said Skye was an asset to the centre because she was positive, professional and approachable.

"Skye always has time for a friendly word and is inclusive of everyone - uniformed and non-uniformed staff - and is never without a smile even during the mouse plague," she said.

If there's one thing you don't want to mess with, it's the desk of admin officer Sarah Leighton at Macquarie Correctional Centre.

"Everyone knows I love my office décor and some colleagues will move things around on my desk for a bit of fun but I know when something's missing and I will find where it has gotten to," she said.

"I have nice stationery - like my pink sticky tape - so I'm willing to fight for it."

Sarah is among the more than 700 Corrective Services NSW admin staff being celebrated on Administrative Professionals Day, for ensuring our prisons and parole offices run smoothly.

"I love change because I find upgrades and new implementations will help make work more efficient and effective," Ms Leighton said.

"Moving from face-to-face inmate-family visits to video-visits last year was one of the biggest changes for the admin team, but kudos to all involved for making it happen.

"A career highlight was when I was recently nominated to complete a diploma in leadership and management - it's so humbling to have someone believe in your ability."

Senior Correctional Officer Gary Peterson said Sarah was a very dedicated and positive professional who takes great pride in her work and inspires her colleagues.

"Sarah is knowledgeable without fault and regularly goes out of her way to ensure all tasks are completed to a high standard," Mr Peterson said.

"Likewise, she is generous with her time and has no issue assisting her junior colleagues when support or advice is needed."