Hiring Department
Athletics & Recreation
Job Description
The Athletic Department is seeking an organized and energetic Business Support Specialist to manage front-desk operations and provide critical financial and administrative support. As the first point of contact for our department, you will balance customer service with financial tasks, ensuring smooth daily operations and directly assisting the Athletic Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Front-of-House Operations: Greet visitors, answer phone calls, and manage the departmental email inbox with a professional and welcoming demeanor.
- Financial Administration: Review, verify, and prepare expense reports; assist with budget tracking and draft various financial reports.
- Executive Support: Provide administrative assistance to the Athletic Director, assistant athletic directors, and athletic program, including major events calendar scheduling, special correspondences, and department projects.
- Game Management & Operations: Support game management operations for home athletic contests, including set-up, execution, and break down.
- Concessions Coordination: Assist with game day preparations for concessions, including set-up and student worker training and coordination as needed.
- General Coordination: Maintain office supplies, route mail, and perform other duties as assigned to support the athletic department.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in an office administration, receptionist, or bookkeeping role (experience in athletics or education is a plus).
- Financial Skills: Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, expense tracking, and data entry.
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and comfort learning institutional financial software.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer-service mindset.
- Organization & Flexibility: Ability to multitask, prioritize deadlines, handle confidential financial data with discretion, and work occasional event-based hours for home games.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $15.50-$17.00 hourly.
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: GGS 6
University Title: BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST I
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Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans
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 573-341-7734.
