Administrative Support Assistant - 4030116

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid life insurance

Medical, dental, vision and prescribed

40-hour work week

Job summary

Missouri Department of Natural Resources seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the Air Pollution Control Program. You will handle mail distribution, manage a multi-line phone, greet the public, and assist multiple sections with operational tasks.

Position requires high school diploma or equivalent with 1–3 years of relevant experience, strong communication, and a valid driver’s license. Some travel and event support duties may apply, with a focus on teamwork and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Customer service focus with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient computer skills across databases and software.
• Clear written and oral communication for diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and respectful teamwork.
• Valid driver's license required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Administrative Assistant and support the Air Pollution Control Program Director.
• Open and route mail, answer a multi-line telephone, and greet the public.
• Provide cross-team backup support within the Air Pollution Control Program.
• Set up and operate event livestream systems; some overnight travel may be required.

Skills

Customer Service

Computer Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: stewardship, integrity, collaboration, respect and innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

This position will be located at1659 East Elm Street, Jefferson City, Missouri, Air Pollution Control Program, Compliance and Enforcement Section.

• Assist the Lead Administrative Assistant provide support to the Air Pollution Control Program Director.
• Open, route, and accurately distribute mail; answer a multiple line telephone.
• Assist the receptionist by greeting and directing the public to the appropriate person.
• Work independently and as part of a team to provide support to multiple sections within the Air Pollution Control Program.
• Provide operational and logistical support to the Missouri Air Conservation Commission including setting up and operating the Logitech Rally Pro and Livestream system. Some overnight travel required.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, consider the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately
• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Valid driver's license

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

• High school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits & Work-life Balance

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here.

How we invest in you:

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

Alisha Gibson, Fiscal & Budget Section Chief, 573-751-8227or [e-mail]

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Sally Namassy, Recruiter at [e-mail]