Administrative Assistant

5 days ago

Columbia, Missouri, United States University of Missouri-Columbia Full time
Hiring Department

MRR Central Svcs

A life-saving operation in the middle of America - the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) - needs you to help guide its future. MURR is expanding its critical cancer-fighting and medical isotope production.

MURR's reactor is the highest-power university research reactor in the United States, operating at 10 megawatts, 6.5 days a week and 52 weeks a year. The MURR facility enables research across many disciplines - From investigating ancient cultures and how plants respond to their environment, to analyzing industrial materials and developing radiopharmaceuticals that have lifesaving clinical applications. The MURR facility is a reliable resource for researchers, scientists, engineers and students across the country.

Be a part of the future of fighting cancer and saving lives.

Be a part of MURR

Job Description

The University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is seeking a skilled Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support one to two functional business leaders. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to complete a range of responsibilities. This position will report to Senior Director of Central Services.

Key Responsibilities for this position include:

  • Arrange and coordinate meetings, schedule appointments, and maintain functional leadership calendars to ensure there are no scheduling conflicts, appointments are on-time, and materials are available.
  • Plan and execute travel arrangements to conferences, meetings, and other site visits, including processing reimbursements.
  • Coordinate, plan, and schedule onsite visits for candidates and visitors. Creating schedules and supporting fiscal related tasks such as travel reimbursements.
  • Gather and compile information for a daily "Plan of the Day" report that is disseminated to all MURR employees.
  • Analyze incoming correspondence, prioritize tasks, summarize contents, and draft responses independently or redirect to relevant personnel as necessary.
  • Record and distribute accurate minutes for various committee meetings.
  • Support the MURR front desk team and serve as a back-up to other MURR Administrative Assistants as needed.
  • Provide other administrative support as necessary such as routing paperwork and filing.

Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, customer service, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to university values in their activities.

Must be available for regular and consistent onsite work.

Shift

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience providing administrative support for multiple high-level leaders.
  • Strong working knowledge of computer programs, specifically Microsoft 365 applications.
Anticipated Hiring Range

$Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Grade: GGS 006
University Title: Office Support Assistant IV
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering a big-city atmosphere, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be

Benefit Eligibility

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.

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