Job Location: Base is negotiable between Moberly and Fayette, Missouri.
The
Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.
Children’s Division is looking for candidates to fill the position of Administrative Support Assistant. The candidate selected will provide support to local office staff as well as upper management along with the potential of supervising other clerical staff.
Why you’ll love this position: Are you passionate about helping people? Do you love working with children and families? Do you enjoy assisting people in difficult circumstances? The Department of Social Services - Children’s Division cares for at-risk children and families by providing family preservation and reunification services, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management. If you want to be part of a great team working to make a difference, please come join us!
What you’ll do: Maintains, with relative independence, a significant phase or segment of a clerical process or office activity and makes frequent decisions in accordance with agency policies, rules or procedures. Types and edits a variety of material, which may contain technical or specialized terminology. Supervises and trains staff performing clerical and other support tasks; plans work assignments; organizes and coordinates workflow; establishes priorities and deadlines; and reviews work for accuracy, timeliness, and conformance with procedures and processes. Mentors and advises staff on work issues; evaluates employees’ performance; recommends or implements disciplinary/corrective action; and approves and monitors leave requests. Maintains fiscal records requiring limited knowledge of governmental accounting methods in accordance with established procedures; codes and records transactions to prescribed accounts. Prepares and/or oversees the processing of personnel and/or payroll records and/or time and leave records. Oversees and/or participates in the preparation of standardized reports and complex ad hoc reports. Obtains quotes and bids for commodities, equipment, and services; initiates or oversees, within defined limits, the preparation and/or processing of supply requisitions and purchase orders. Reviews documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and procedures. Composes correspondence including some interpretation and application of established policies and procedures; attends meetings and takes notes; and transcribes written and verbal communication. Establishes and maintains complex filing systems; prepares and/or oversees the preparation of records for storage and/or archiving; and maintains correspondence and report files. Prepares and/or oversees the processing of supply requisitions, expense accounts, and/or other program or agency documents; maintains cost and/or inventory records. Maintains calendars and schedules; coordinates meeting logistics; and arranges travel and accommodations. Performs, reviews, and verifies complex computations involving the application of rules and regulations. Enters, updates, and/or retrieves information; develops spreadsheets and databases. Carries out assigned responsibilities with considerable independence and makes decisions concerning work procedures and processes; however, an administrative supervisor reviews significant departures from established policies or procedures. Performs other related work as assigned.
All you need for success: Minimum Qualifications - One or more years of experience in office support work; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.
(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year.)
Preferred Qualifications - Ability to type quickly and accurately
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
- Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
More reasons to love this position: The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
If you have questions about this position please contact: CD-HR@dss.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
