Office Support Assistant, School of Graduate Studies at UMKC

UMKC's School of Graduate Studies

The School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Office Support Assistant IV will greet visitors to the School of Graduate Studies; address inquiries of students, faculty, and staff or, if needed, direct them to the appropriate dean, program director, or program manager; review standard paperwork on behalf of SGS: organize and disseminate School of Graduate Studies announcements; and provide organizational office support for projects and programming to the Dean, Associate Dean, and program managers.
Qualified candidates will be committed to the mission of graduate education at UMKC, to providing a welcoming environment to visitors, to serving UMKC students, faculty, and staff graciously and efficiently on behalf of the School of Graduate Studies, and to treating inquiries and issues involving graduate students and faculty with utmost discretion.

Duties will include:

• Staffing the SGS reception desk, greeting visitors, and responding to in-person, electronic, and phone inquiries about graduate issues, directing those inquiries to the proper SGS dean, program director, or program manager as needed
• Maintaining the Dean's calendar
• Organizing and Disseminating SGS Announcements and Maintaining the SGS Announcements webpage and signage
• Assisting the SGS deans, program directors, and program managers in managing SGS correspondence with fellowship and grant applicants, award nominees, doctoral faculty applicants, the graduate program coordinators and directors, and UMKC faculty, graduate students, and staff serving on SGS award committees, subcommittees, and professional development events
• Creating excel sheets documenting the content and progress of SGS fellowship and grant applications and award nominations and shared folders which review panels will use to evaluate applications and nominations
• Reviewing and approving standard graduate paperwork on behalf of SGS
• Providing support for the SGS Doctoral Hooding Recognitions, SGS Graduate Orientation, and annual 3MT/Community of Scholars competition
• Other related duties as assigned
  

* High school diploma
* Five years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

* Bachelor's or Master's degree
* Facility with MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint
* Experience using office management and meeting tools such as MS Outlook, MS Teams, and Zoom
* Experience with classroom/meeting room technology
* Five years of experience supporting staff and faculty in education or a related field

The anticipated hiring range will start at $17.50 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:6 Salary Plan: GGS
University Title: OFFICE SUPPORT ASSISTANT IV
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Application materials should include a cover letter and updated resume or CV.

For best consideration submit application materials by July 10, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until filled.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

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.

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