Office Support Assistant IV - School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of English

University of Missouri - Kansas City
School of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Department of English includes faculty who have a broad range of professional competence in the study of literature and language, and who are trained to teach courses in British and American literature, linguistics, American culture, film, creative writing, and composition. The department believes the study and teaching of literature and language to be an important means of preserving and vitalizing our humanistic tradition.

The Office Support Assistant IV provides general administrative and office support in the Department of English in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and has a variety of responsibilities such as assisting the Department Chair(s), student support, faculty support, and assisting with HR/financial matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Office Management: answer questions via phone, email and in-person; manage the copy machine and department printers; order supplies; coordinate events; serve as building liaison; prepare and distribute department promotional materials.
• Assist the Department Chair with day-to-day activities; help prepare reports requested by the Dean's office and other administrative offices.
• Support the department with course scheduling, website maintenance, catalog maintenance, appointments, and department communications.
• Support students by answering questions, assisting with department and university processes, and connecting students to campus resources, etc.
• Support faculty by ordering teaching and research supplies, processing reimbursements, etc.
• Support graduate program directors and Composition Director with new student admissions, administration, student needs, annual training, communications, and management of student files and progress records.
• Support student organizations and publications with their administrative needs, including event setup, financial processes, print material distribution, and archive management.
• 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; purchasing; onecard(s), eProcurement, and work with the Accounts Payable Shared (APS) Services Center and Fiscal Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 $15.00 - $19.00 per 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: 006
University Title: Office Support Assistant IV
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Application materials should include an updated resume and cover letter.

For best consideration, submit application materials by May 4, 2026. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

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 Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.