Administrative Support Assistant - OCCR, Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

Missouri's Career and Technical Education (CTE) combines academics and occupational skill training to prepare students of all ages. Training programs are offered in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled Technical Sciences, Technology and Engineering, and Marketing and Cooperative Education.

• Manages, maintains, and organizes database files and contracts.
• Compiles processes, and completes final reports for two data reports (VA-3 & VA-5) from local education agencies with AFNR programs and works with instructors to collect missing data.
• Receives, logs, sorts, and distributes section’s mail and supervises the dispatch of outgoing mail.
• Maintains roster, computer-based accounting system, and accounts receivable and payable, makes deposits, and reconciles bank statements for Missouri Young Farmers/Young Farm Wives organization.
• Provides assistance as needed with various conference logistics, on-site registrations, dissemination of materials, preparing agendas/meeting minutes, and taking follow-up action .
• Manages reservation system for six (6) weeks of Missouri FFA Summer Camp and Area Officer Institute, HYMAX, and HYPE which includes the coordination of scheduling reservations and correspondence with students and teachers.
• Provides support for FFA including membership/roster system, balancing membership accounts, all levels of reporting (regional, state, and national), statewide competitive events and award applications, FFA Degree applications, data management, and other support functions.
• Provides technical support to stakeholder inquiries via email and phone, which includes serving on the Front-Line team by answering general phone calls to the Department.
• Works with director and supervisors to communicate approved materials to the profession.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in progressively responsible administrative assistant duties.

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: hr@dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.



To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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