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Business Support Specialist II

University of Missouri-Columbia
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Missouri, Columbia
801 Conley Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 16, 2026
Hiring Department Journalism Job Description The Missouri School of Journalism is seeking a Business Support Specialist II to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across Strategic Communication, Fiscal, and School. This role is ideal for a detailed-oriented, service-driven, and reliable professional who thrives in a fast-paced academic work environment. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Communication * Serve as the first point of contact: answer phones, greet visitors and provide front desk coverage in the Strategic Communication office. * Provide clerical, project and task support to the faculty group chair and faculty of Strategic Communication. * Coordinate meetings and appointments: schedule, prepare materials, take minutes, and track attendance. * Assist with course scheduling, classroom bookings and enrollment documentation (backup support to the School's Course Schedular). * Collaborate with units across the School to develop and maintain best communication practices. Fiscal * Handle fiscal tasks: coordinate travel, purchase supplies, process bills, contracts and reimbursements, and prepare and reconcile monthly financial reports. * Fiscal management of Strategic Communication Career Fairs and student-led advertising agencies. * Work closely with the School's Fiscal Officer to process HR-related forms and other fiscal needs. School-wide: * Coordinate and support events and provide onsite facilitation. * Provide backup support to the Journalism Studies Faculty Group and administrative professionals. Other duties as assigned. Skills and Attributes: * Strong organizational, communication and customer service skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism. * Proficient in administrative, financial and office systems. * Team-oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Why join Us? * You'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team at one of the world's top journalism schools. This is a great opportunity to grow your administrative career in a dynamic academic setting. Shift Full-time, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. This position requires reliable, onsite attendance. Minimum Qualifications An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred Qualifications Full-time, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. This position requires reliable, onsite attendance. Anticipated Hiring Range Hiring Range: $17.05 - $23.00 per hour Grade: GGS 007 University Title: BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST II Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials MU application, resume and cover letter. Benefit Eligibility 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 Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.