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  • Administrative Support Assistant

    St. Louis County, Missouri United States State of Missouri Full Time 37,485.12 per Year Nov 27, 2024
    State of Missouri Employer:

    State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow. Ensure a strong foundation today. Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.  No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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    Job Description

    Job Location: This position is based in St. Louis County, Missouri.

    The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

    Children’s Division is looking for candidates to fill the position of Administrative Support Assistant. The candidate selected will provide support to local office staff as well as upper management along with the potential of supervising other clerical staff.

    Why you’ll love this position:

    Are you passionate about helping people? Do you love working with children and families? Do you enjoy assisting people in difficult circumstances? The Department of Social Services - Children’s Division cares for at-risk children and families by providing family preservation and reunification services, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management. If you want to be part of a great team working to make a difference, please come join us!

    What you’ll do:

    Maintains, with relative independence, a significant phase or segment of a clerical process or office activity and makes frequent decisions in accordance with agency policies, rules or procedures. Types, utilizing a computer keyboard and word processing software, and edits a variety of material, frequently involving technical or specialized terminology; transcribes from dictating equipment. Establishes and maintains complex filing systems; prepares and/or oversees the preparation of records for storage and/or archiving. Enters, updates, and/or retrieves information in automated systems; develops spreadsheets and databases; utilizes various software packages in the performance of duties. May serve as receptionist or information clerk; determines purpose of contact; provides general information and assists in preparation of forms if needed; directs individuals to proper destination; receives and distributes verbal or written messages; and schedules and/or arranges appointments as necessary.

    All you need for success:

    Minimum Qualifications

    • One or more years of experience in office support work; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.


    (Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year.)

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Ability to type quickly and accurately
    • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
    • Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
    • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills


    More reasons to love this 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: CD-HR@dss.mo.gov

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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