Field Office Manager – Grain Inspection (Flexible Schedule)

State-of-Missour; Marshall (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

3 weeks paid sick leave

13 paid holidays per year

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Parental leave

Job summary

Missouri Department of Agriculture's Grain Inspection Services (GIS) seeks an Assistant Field Office Manager in Marshall, MO. The role balances office duties with field work and oversees 35–40 staff, ensuring quality service and regulatory compliance.

The position requires leadership, strong organizational skills, and willingness to travel/flex hours to meet service demands across Missouri. Full state benefits accompany the salary and duties described.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Effectively manage time (self and staff) balancing short and long-term projects with daily service requests.
• Demonstrate a professional, positive attitude to all stakeholders and maintain customer service as a priority.
• Ability to handle pressure and maintain calm demeanor at all times.
• Communicate effectively & professionally, in verbal and written formats.
• Maintain security, confidentiality and a high level of ethics and integrity.
• Willingness to perform inspection work when necessary.
• Learn regulations, policies, and processes related to grain inspection through training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of approximately 35-40 personnel (including full-time, part-time, and seasonal).
• Hiring, onboarding, and supervision of staff.
• Performance management and coaching for growth.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Coordinate daily service requests with ~15 regular customers.
• Schedule personnel for services and other needs.
• Be available nights, weekends, and holidays to manage last-minute requests.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Professional communication

Calm under pressure

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Work ethic

Regulatory learning

Education

4-year degree in relevant field

2+ years relevant experience

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel)

Job description

Missouri Department of Agriculture's Grain Inspection Services (GIS) seeks an Assistant Field Office Manager in Marshall, MO. The role balances office duties with field work and oversees 35–40 staff, ensuring quality service and regulatory compliance.

The position requires leadership, strong organizational skills, and willingness to travel/flex hours to meet service demands across Missouri. Full state benefits accompany the salary and duties described.