University of Missouri-Columbia · 6 hours ago
County Office Support (part-time) - Carroll County
Columbia, MO
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$15/hr - $16/hr
3+ years expThe University of Missouri-Columbia is dedicated to improving lives through educational strategies and community engagement. They are seeking a part-time Office Support Assistant III to provide administrative support to the Carroll County Extension Office, assisting with office operations and customer inquiries.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provides general/routine administrative and office support that includes a broad range of duties
Understands how tasks/activities relate to others on the team and how the team integrates with other related, similar teams
Organizes and completes structured assignments according to priorities
Recognizes and solves typical problems that occur in own work area without supervisory approval
Evaluates and selects solutions from established options/procedures
Impacts own team through the quality of the services or information provided
Communicates through the regular exchange of information
Some lifting is part of the job responsibility. Occasional weekend or evening meetings. Some travel is required using personal vehicle to obtain materials for programming or meetings. Use of personal vehicle is reimbursed by the Carroll County Council. Commuting miles (from home to work and work to home) are not reimbursable
Assist in maintaining a clean, professional office. Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, route calls, take messages and respond to general inquiries. Distribution of postal and electronic mail. Provide publications and reference materials for customers. Refer questions to specialists as appropriate
Open and close office in accordance with established procedures. Maintain an up-to-date county web page. Maintain inventory and as directed by supervisor, order supplies and postage. Maintain classroom schedule
Receive incoming samples for lab tests and ensure submitted to university labs. Assist customers with self-directed training for private pesticide applicator licenses. Assist educational activities of affiliated volunteer organizations. Assist with pressure gauge testing services and proctor distance learning tests
Assist in training volunteers. Follow best methods for accomplishing tasks and complete all work in a timely manner that promotes a neat, professional image. Maintain paper and electronic files. Maintains information flow and message services with the office and assist in maintaining calendar for all specialists
Assist in the entering and review account activities in QuickBooks. Follow established fiscal policy and procedures. Prepare invoices and bills for County Council and/or County Program Director. Accept payments for courses and services and write receipts. Make deposits. Assist in process of payroll and corresponding taxes with appropriate tax forms. Assist in completion of year-end close outs and reports
Work as team member in cooperation with regional faculty, staff, volunteers, and other county office support staff
Assist in producing instructional materials, correspondence, etc. Process bulk mailing and provide for delivery to post office. Conduct general clerical, secretarial and office duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired
Effective communication skills
Customer service relations experience
Attention to detail and time management
Computer skills with Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Publisher
Knowledge of QuickBooks™ or other accounting software experience
Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
Benefits
Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).
Company
University of Missouri-Columbia
The University of Missouri-Columbia offers a comprehensive range of programs, services, and activities as a public research university.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Carli Carmack
PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT COORDINATOR SR
Chad Higgins
Interim Vice Chancellor for Extension and Engagement & Chief Engagement Officer for the UM System
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