County Office Support (part-time) - Holt County

About the Role

The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement seeks an Office Support Assistant III to coordinate and provide assistance to county regional faculty and county extension office support staff in the Holt County Extension Office in Oregon, MO. This in-person position plays a vital role in supporting the land-grant mission of MU Extension by providing essential administrative and office support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, professional office environment
• Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, route calls, take messages, and respond to general inquiries
• Distribute postal and electronic mail
• Provide publications and reference materials to customers
• Open and close the office according to established procedures
• Maintain an up-to-date county web page
• Maintain inventory and order supplies and postage as directed
• Maintain classroom schedule
• Receive and submit samples for lab tests
• Assist customers with self-directed training for private pesticide applicator licenses
• Support educational activities of affiliated volunteer organizations
• Assist with pressure gauge testing services and proctor distance learning tests
• Train volunteers
• Maintain paper and electronic files
• Assist in maintaining calendars for specialists
• Enter and review account activities in QuickBooks
• Prepare invoices and bills, accept payments, and make deposits
• Assist with payroll and tax processing
• Complete year-end closeouts and reports
• Produce instructional materials and correspondence
• Process bulk mailings and deliver to the post office
• Perform general clerical, secretarial, and office duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 3 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective communication skills
• Customer service relations experience
• Attention to detail and time management
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Publisher
• Knowledge of QuickBooks or other accounting software

Skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidence with IT and computer packages
• High level of organization and time management

Pay

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule

Four weekdays between 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (24 hours a week). Occasional flexible hours, including some weekends or evenings, and minimal travel required.

Location: Holt County Extension Office, Oregon, MO

Grade: GGS-005

University Title: Office Support Assistant III