Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Economic Development, Fixed Asset Management, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Mail Processing, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Purchase Orders, Spreadsheets, Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Transaction Processing/Management, Travel Planning, Word Processing, Writing Skills
Senior Administrative Assistant - Economic and Workforce Development
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Cape Girardeau, MO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202600132
Division
President
Department
Office of Economic and Workforce Development
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Position Summary
Senior Administrative Assistant
Economic and Workforce Development
Full Time
Primary Responsibilities
- Provides full administrative support to the Office of Economic and Workforce Development and the Assistant Vice President
- Greets visitors, callers, and guests in a professional manner; and serves as a resource for inquiries related to the Office of Economic and Workforce Development and the University
- Performs computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet and database, and transcription from a variety of materials
- Processes budget transactions for the Assistant Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development
- Manages multiple budget accounts, including processing purchase requisitions and invoices, managing fixed asset reports, reviewing internal charges
- Sources and allocates space reservations for Economic and Workforce Development programing
- Schedules appointments and meetings including internal and external events and travel arrangements for the Office of Economic and Workforce Development and Assistant Vice President
- Provides customer service support for Office of Economic and Workforce Development initiatives and events
- Organizes and distributes materials and mailings
- Handles confidential matters
- Updates and maintains departmental websites as necessary and appropriate
- Manages current filing systems and electronic recordkeeping, email and communications
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent organizational ,time management and analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships within and external to the organization
- Experience in handling sensitive and confidential information
- Demonstrated budget management skills
- Previous work experience that evidences a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service
Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by June 29, 2026. The position is available July 1, 2026 and will remain open until filled.
To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:
- letter of interest addressing all position required qualifications
- current resume
- names and contact information of three professional references may be requested at a late date
Additional Information
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.
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Southeast Missouri State University provides an excellent benefits package. For complete benefit details visit our website at https://semo.edu/hr.
Employer Southeast Missouri State University
Address 1 University Plaza
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, 63701
Phone (573) 651-2206
Website http://www.semo.edu
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