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University of Missouri-Columbia · 2 days ago

Sr. Office Support Assistant

Columbia, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$17.05/hr - $23/hr

2+ years exp

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Senior Office Support Assistant to play a vital role in keeping their specialty divisions running smoothly. This position involves managing communications, coordinating meetings, and providing support to the Leadership Team in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Education

Diversity & Inclusion

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Be the right hand to the Leadership Team by managing day-to-day communications, coordinating meetings, organizing travel, and handling sensitive information with the highest level of professionalism

Serve as the Leadership Team liaison—answering calls, responding to emails, and representing the division with tact and warmth

Create and manage documents including letters, reports, presentations, and spreadsheets—ensuring accuracy and clarity

Keep things running smoothly by organizing calendars, planning meetings and conferences, and preparing materials as needed

Welcome visitors and team members in person and over the phone—providing helpful, friendly support and directing inquiries to the right place

Support reporting and data tasks by gathering, organizing, and analyzing information for divisional use

Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in all communications

Work collaboratively with the administrative team members to meet the evolving needs of the divisions

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Administrative support experienceMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsAttention to detailProactive mindsetTeam playerProblem-solving abilitiesTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

At least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired

Prior experience in administrative support or office coordination, preferably in a healthcare or academic setting

Strong communication skills—both written and verbal

High attention to detail, excellent time management, and problem-solving abilities

Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite and general office systems

A team player with a proactive mindset and commitment to service excellence

Benefits

Medical

Dental and vision plans

Retirement

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Company

University of Missouri-Columbia

We are Mizzou! Our distinct mission, as Missouri's only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, is to provide all Missourians the benefits of a world-class research university.

Founded in 2011

Columbia, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://business.missouri.edu/allen-angel-capital-education-program

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