Lead Administrative Support Assistant

Job Description:

Lead Administrative Support Assistant

Description

Job Location: This position is located at Missouri State Capitol Building, 201 W Capital Avenue, Jefferson City MO

Our mission is to help improve the lives of Missourians by improving Missouri state government.

Some of the most influential public servants in state government rely on us to provide them what they need to make critical decisions that impact all Missourians. Our team analyzes budget issues and provides critical legislative information to the Governor, General Assembly, and state agencies

You will be with a diverse, smart, funny, collaborative team that support and look out for each other.

You’ll get a great benefits package with health and retirement plans, lots of professional development opportunities, and space to make your own day to day decisions in your job.

AND you’ll get to work in the beautiful Missouri Capitol building with a front row seat to the highest levels of state government!

If you have great organizational skills, are a fast learner, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and want to make a real impact on public service, join our team!

• Serve as a friendly, professional first point of contact for office visitors and callers, ensuring excellent customer service
• Support legislative tracking with database entry and maintaining digital files on bill information.
• Handle general office management duties including assisting with basic IT troubleshooting, maintaining office supplies, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
• Help manage purchasing, financial tracking, and the office’s budget
• Assist with document formatting and editing for office publications
• Collaborate closely with the support staff manager and legislative coordinator on planning, office management, and legislative tasks.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional office work
• Proficiency in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent editing, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Organizational skills, proven reliability, and a positive, collaborative mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong personal management skills
  
  
• Ability to work independently to accomplish goals
  
  
• Prior experience with MissouriBUYS; basic introduction to MOVERS,
• Experience with database tools for data entry or tracking
• Basic understanding of Missouri’s legislative or budget processes.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

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 .

OARecruiters@oa.mo.gov

Salary:

$44,000-$48,000 per Year