Requisition Id: 4635

Salary: $42,768.00 - $52,272.00

Salary Grade: S6

Job Location: Commission Headquarters (JEFFE1)

Closing Date: August 26, 2026

Interview Date: September 3, 2026

Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.

To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor,Kannon K John at Kannon.John@mdc.mo.gov or at573 5224115x3140, during regular business hours. We would love to hear from you!

Summary/Objective

Serves as a point of contact for the Science and Management Branch and assumes administrative work duties while providing excellent customer service.

Essential Job Duties

Serve as a point of contact for the science and management branch.
Plan, assign, coordinate, and supervise activities of administrative staff (hourly), including schedules and vacation coverage.
Maintain detailed confidential files.
Provide administrative support to staff within the science and management branch.
Issue and cancel security access cards to staff.
Develop procedures designed to facilitate clerical operations and provide guidance to field staff on policy procedures.
Correspond and communicate with internal and external customers via phone, email, and in-person discussions.
Answer departmental process questions for internal and external stakeholders and provide training, when necessary.
Process invoices for payment, and prepare deposits.
Order office supplies and furniture, and manage vendor contracts.
Process reservations for public rentals.
Maintain functionality of office machines.

Ancillary Job Duties

May be responsible for the scheduling of fleet equipment.
Collaborate with other departments as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access.
Demonstrated knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Ability to quickly learn and understand Department functions, organization, policies, regulations, and other administrative information and instructions.
Highly organized while performing multiple projects.
Ability to perform multiple assignments which may require considerable exercise of independent judgment.
Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and ensure a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness in the work of administrative staff responsible for a wide range of activities.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Department staff and the general public.
Ability to maintain the integrity of confidential information.
Ability to work weekends as needed.

Leadership Competencies

Holds self and team accountable for safety, conduct, performance, professional development, and public engagement.
Models and upholds the Department’s Code of Conduct, ensuring professional and ethical behavior.
Motivates, coaches, and develops team members to achieve organizational goals and maximize performance.
Applies strategic thinking, planning, budgeting, and conservation business principles to decision-making.
Demonstrates knowledge of Department policies, procedures, and supervisory responsibilities.
Identifies opportunities for improvement, analyzes root causes, and implements effective solutions.
Gives and receives constructive feedback while providing timely coaching and support.
Sets clear SMART objectives, provides resources, and empowers teams to take ownership of results.
Balances operational efficiency with effective staff management to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Collaborates across diverse perspectives, communicates clearly, and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, organizational values, and talent development.
Demonstrates strategic vision by understanding the long-term direction of the Department and Branch, aligning priorities and values, and communicating a clear path toward achieving program goals.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Physical Abilities

Remain in a stationary position 70% or more of the time.
Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 10 pounds.
Concentrated attention is required at all times.
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.

Exemption Status/Special Notes

This position has been determined to be Nonexempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.

Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.

MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.

The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.

Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.

All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.

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