Administrative Technician Series in Jefferson City, Missouri at State of Missouri

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Central Office, 105 West Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO

This position may be filled at one of the two levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the senior starting salary of $41,685.12.

Why you’ll love this position:

The administrative technician provides paraprofessional or technical support to one or more professionals in a unit, relieving professional staff of less complex professional responsibilities. Work is performed under moderate supervision.

This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions, which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you’ll do:

• Researches and gathers information utilizing a variety of methods (e.g., computer, phone, etc.) and from a variety of sources (e.g., federal agencies, vendors, contractors, co-workers, city and county governments, etc.) to assist professional staff with data collection responsibilities.

• Organizes and manipulates data using spread sheeting or database applications for the purpose of maintaining information or converting information from one form or format to another.

• Reviews and proofreads documents, forms, applications, financial statements, or other documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with department program guidelines or procedures.

• Serves as a point of contact for questions from internal and external customers, both requesting and providing information related to routine issues or acts as a liaison on complex issues.

• Enters information into, maintains, and updates complex databases or spread sheets; conducts moderately complex analysis of information by examining for trends, outliers, or inconsistencies with previously reported data.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Special Working Conditions:

• This position may require you to read, view, and/or transcribe audio recordings that contain sensitive and potentially offensive material.

• Job requires occasional, statewide, overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• MoDOT is looking for team members who align with our preferred employee qualities. Please click the following link to learn more about our preferred employee qualities.      
  Preferred Employee Qualities | Missouri Department of Transportation    

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: 

cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov