Multicultural Student Affairs Office Support Assistant IV, Division of Student Affairs, 00031788

Multicultural Student Affairs Office, Division of Student Affairs

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking applicants for their position of Office Support Assistant IV.

The mission of Multicultural Student Affairs is to enhance and improve the college experience for students by creating opportunities for inclusive engagement, cultivating academic success, and sense of belonging.

The Office Support Assistant IV is responsible for providing administrative support to the Director of Multicultural Student Affairs, limited support to full-time staff members and assists the Director in oversight of the department's fiscal activities and management of the day-to-day operations of the department. The Administrative Assistant reports to the Director and has daily responsibilities that include but are not limited to:

* Opening and closing the MSA Office
* Staffing main reception desk and functions of MSA & AAHCH
* Interacting with and assisting students and visitors
* Hiring, training, and supervision of 8 work-study staff (shared responsibility with Assistant Director)
* Managing and scheduling coverage for the front desk (in their absence)
* Maintaining space reservations for the MSA Lounge, Village and Culture House
* Administrative, HR paperwork and fiscal duties, ordering & restocking supplies, Campus facilities maintenance requests & IT work orders, manage staff work schedules.
* Managing the Multicultural Student Affairs general email account, daily visitor sign-in list, and main phone line.
* General staff committee appointments.
* Representing Multicultural Student Affairs at recruitment events for student staff positions
* Organization and planning of departmental celebrations
* Light office maintenance
* Other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

* Five years progressively responsible office and customer service experience.
* The ideal candidate will be a highly energetic people person with creativity and personal initiative. Should possess good written and verbal skills, a commitment to students, and possesses strong computer skills.

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour commensurate on education, experience, and internal equity.

Application review will begin on January 6, 2025. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.