OFFICE SUPPORT ASSISTANT IV

College of Arts & Science, Department of Military Science

The Department of Military Science is seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Support Assistant IV to support its team. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth daily operations of the department, with a focus on administrative coordination, event planning, student support, and community engagement. If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, takes pride in helping others succeed, and enjoys managing a variety of tasks, we'd love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Department Chair and faculty, including calendar management, meeting coordination, procurement, and onboarding.
• Plan and execute departmental events, managing logistics such as space reservations, catering, communications, and guest coordination.
• Maintain relationships and communications with alumni, donors, and university partners to support events, scholarships, and departmental initiatives.
• Manage departmental budget functions, including One Card reconciliation and coordination with internal and external partners for purchases.
• Oversee academic administrative tasks, including course scheduling, student records, enrollment coordination, and milestone tracking in myZou.
• Maintain and update departmental website, mailing lists, and internal documentation.
• Collaborate regularly with ROTC partners, university departments, and support staff to ensure smooth operations and student success.

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a dedicated team committed to developing future leaders through Army ROTC. The department values professionalism, teamwork, and mutual support. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work with engaged students, build meaningful connections across campus, and contribute to the success of one of Mizzou's most respected programs.

Generally, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with occasional flexibility for events.

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

• Experience in a university or military-affiliated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills with experience planning and coordinating events.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and familiarity with university systems.
• Experience managing or reconciling budgets, purchase cards, or financial transactions.

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.50 hourly

Grade: GGS - 006

University Title: Office Support Assistant IV

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This an in-person position located on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus. Candidates must be residents of the state of Missouri or willing to relocate prior to the hire date.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.