and year-end activities while ensuring compliance with University policies, procedures, and internal controls.

25% Prepare and analyze fiscal and operational management reports, including monthly budget-to-actual reports, financial projections, cost recovery tracking, account reconciliations, and ad hoc analyses. Provide recommendations to leadership to support operational planning, business decisions, and resource allocation. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.

10% Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, farm directors, center managers, and administrative partners regarding fiscal processes, purchasing requirements, financial coding, and University policies and procedures. Interpret and communicate policy requirements, resolve complex financial and operational issues, and assist stakeholders in navigating administrative processes.

10% Conduct periodic reviews of purchasing card transactions, travel and expense activity, financial reconciliations, and other business processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and fiscal accountability. Provide guidance, training, and documentation to address findings and promote consistent application of business practices and internal controls.

5% Lead and coordinate administrative and fiscal support activities within the unit. Assist with onboarding, training, and mentoring of support staff and student employees. Contribute to the development and documentation of standardized business processes, procedures, and operational resources that improve efficiency and customer service.

Conduct all activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and applicable University policies and affirmative action plans.

As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

This position reports to the Senior Director, Program/Project Operations and receives direction related to fiscal management, operational priorities, and business processes supporting MU Extension Agriculture & Environment Administration and the statewide farm and center portfolio.

The position operates with a high degree of independence and may provide functional leadership, training, coordination, and work direction to administrative support staff, student employees, and others involved in fiscal and operational activities. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement while supporting organizational goals and business operations statewide.

Shift

Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor'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

A Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired is necessary.

Two years of experience in administrative or fiscal capacity is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $19.25 -$27.00 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: Salary Plan # GGS 008
University Title: SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

MU Application, Resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for references will be required for hire.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

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.

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and year-end activities while ensuring compliance with University policies, procedures, and internal controls.

25% Prepare and analyze fiscal and operational management reports, including monthly budget-to-actual reports, financial projections, cost recovery tracking, account reconciliations, and ad hoc analyses. Provide recommendations to leadership to support operational planning, business decisions, and resource allocation. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.

10% Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, farm directors, center managers, and administrative partners regarding fiscal processes, purchasing requirements, financial coding, and University policies and procedures. Interpret and communicate policy requirements, resolve complex financial and operational issues, and assist stakeholders in navigating administrative processes.

10% Conduct periodic reviews of purchasing card transactions, travel and expense activity, financial reconciliations, and other business processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and fiscal accountability. Provide guidance, training, and documentation to address findings and promote consistent application of business practices and internal controls.

5% Lead and coordinate administrative and fiscal support activities within the unit. Assist with onboarding, training, and mentoring of support staff and student employees. Contribute to the development and documentation of standardized business processes, procedures, and operational resources that improve efficiency and customer service.

Conduct all activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and applicable University policies and affirmative action plans.

As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

This position reports to the Senior Director, Program/Project Operations and receives direction related to fiscal management, operational priorities, and business processes supporting MU Extension Agriculture & Environment Administration and the statewide farm and center portfolio.

The position operates with a high degree of independence and may provide functional leadership, training, coordination, and work direction to administrative support staff, student employees, and others involved in fiscal and operational activities. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement while supporting organizational goals and business operations statewide.

Shift

Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor'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

A Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired is necessary.

Two years of experience in administrative or fiscal capacity is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $19.25 -$27.00 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: Salary Plan # GGS 008
University Title: SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

MU Application, Resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for references will be required for hire.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

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.

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