Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Why you'll love this position: The Office of Quality Schools works to manage the Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP), the state's accreditation system for public school districts. This office also administers a wide range of state- and federally-funded programs that assist local schools (Title I, Title III and other federal programs), charter and other innovative schools, as well as developing a statewide system of support for schools, communities and families. Schools also are provided assistance on federal and state-developed improvement initiatives which are coordinated with other state and regional services.
- Provides support to the Assistant Commissioner as necessary to carry out the functions of the office and the department.
- Prepares and proofreads State Board of Education items. Organizes office submission of board items per procedures, including routing to the Deputy Commissioner and Commissioner of Education.
- Composes and prepares memorandums, letters, and reports on technical subjects. Proofreads correspondence and reports. May research and prepare information.
- Arranges appointments, makes travel arrangements, maintains Assistant Commissioner's appointment calendar.
- Manages reception activities in the Assistant Commissioner's office, ensuring coverage for greeting visitors, telephone answering, and web meetings.
- Prepares and reviews the processing of a variety of personnel memorandums; complies and maintains appropriate office employee records.
- Maintains records of itineraries, employees' attendance, leave usage reports, and takes appropriate action based on department personnel policies and procedures.
- Provides information to the public and employees on a variety of matters related to departmental operations and policies.
- Prepares and distributes communications to appropriate staff members and conveys requests and general information from the Assistant Commissioner to various organizational units, including coordinating communications.
- Assist with establishment and monitoring of procedures to ensure all sections arrange for phone and other communications coverage as needed.
- Maintains conference room scheduling, conference room equipment, etc.
- Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.
- Full job description available upon request.
Minimum Qualifications: - Graduation from high school or High School Equivalency.
- Three years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative support work, including one year in an advanced level 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 .
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.
Closing Date/Time: 2024-05-08
