Office Support Assistant IV - Department of Sociology and Anthropology and Department of World Languages and Cultures, School of Humanities and Social Sciences

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

The Office Support Assistant IV (OSA) will assist the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and Department of World Languages and Cultures. These departments are dynamic and aim to provide UMKC students with critical-thinking, analytical, and communication skills.

The Office Support Assistant IV provides general administrative and office support to Department of Sociology and Anthropology and Department of World Languages and Cultures. This includes a variety of responsibilities, such as assisting Department Chair(s), providing student support, aiding faculty, and assisting with HR/financial support.

Key Responsibilities

• Office management, which includes answering questions via phone, email, and walk-ins; managing the copy machine and printers throughout department; ordering supplies; coordinating events; acting as the building liaison; preparing department promotional materials.
• Assisting Department Chair(s) with day-to-day activities; helping prepare reports for departments that are requested by the Dean's office and/or other administrative offices.
• Supporting students with student newsletters; scheduling courses; website maintenance; catalog maintenance; scheduling appointments; addressing student questions/concerns via campus resources.
• Fulfilling research and teaching supply orders; providing reimbursement; course material preparation; full-time hiring visit coordination.
• Assist with Human Resources (HR) activities such as part-time hiring paperwork and coordination; supervise work study students; work with Human Resources Business Partner.
• Financial activities such as assist department chair with budget management; onecard(s), eProcurement, and work with the Accounts Payable Shared (APS) Services Center and Fiscal Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time, benefit eligible staff position. This position is on site Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

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

• Able to coordinate and maintain progress of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, capable of working independently and proactively. Adaptable and willing to take on varied tasks.
• Clear written and verbal communicator, able to adjust tone and detail for different audiences, and maintain confidentiality when necessary.
• Microsoft Office proficiency, with ability to learn new software/technology as needed.
• Collaborative and supportive of faculty and chair's tasks.
• Welcoming and invested in the needs of students and community members.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $15.10 - $19.10 hour.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: 6
University Title: OFFICE SUPPORT ASSISTANT IV
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Application materials must have a cover letter and updated resume/CV.

For best consideration submit application materials by August 16, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until 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/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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