What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST II position at UMSL?
Hiring Department
UMSL GEOSPATIAL
Job Description
The Business Support Specialist II will provide professional administrative and fiscal support to the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative, a unit within Academic Affairs focused on geospatial science, technology, and workforce development. This position is grant-funded through the NGA Geospatial Workforce Development initiative and plays a key role in ensuring effective business operations, compliance, and project coordination.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Director of the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative and Business Manager in the fiscal and administrative management of grants, contracts, budgets, and other financial activities for the Geospatial Collaborative.
Support the processing, documentation, and monitoring of budgets, funding allocations, purchasing, travel, payroll, and reimbursements in compliance with university and sponsor policies.
Establish and maintain internal accounting and recordkeeping systems, coordinating with campus finance and grants administration offices as needed.
Prepare financial reports, spending summaries, and tracking spreadsheets to support grant oversight and project deliverables.
Coordinate meetings, events, and communications across university, government, and industry partners (e.g., NGA, T-REX, and Taylor Geospatial Institute).
Perform a range of administrative tasks including correspondence, scheduling, office management, and personnel documentation.
Review transactions for budget impact, authorization, and policy compliance; report any variances for review or correction.
Serve as a central liaison for the Collaborative, providing information and administrative support to faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
Support activities related to recruitment, retention, outreach, and community engagement that advance the mission of the Geospatial Collaborative.
Perform other duties as assigned.
This position supports a project funded by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, which limits participation in the project to citizens of the United States. As a result, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position.
Shift
40 hours/week. Monday thru Friday
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
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Prior experience in a business support role or a related field is preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all populations.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 hourly
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
Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.
Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Careers: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/index.html
Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
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 email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu .
UMSL GEOSPATIAL
Job Description
The Business Support Specialist II will provide professional administrative and fiscal support to the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative, a unit within Academic Affairs focused on geospatial science, technology, and workforce development. This position is grant-funded through the NGA Geospatial Workforce Development initiative and plays a key role in ensuring effective business operations, compliance, and project coordination.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Director of the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative and Business Manager in the fiscal and administrative management of grants, contracts, budgets, and other financial activities for the Geospatial Collaborative.
Support the processing, documentation, and monitoring of budgets, funding allocations, purchasing, travel, payroll, and reimbursements in compliance with university and sponsor policies.
Establish and maintain internal accounting and recordkeeping systems, coordinating with campus finance and grants administration offices as needed.
Prepare financial reports, spending summaries, and tracking spreadsheets to support grant oversight and project deliverables.
Coordinate meetings, events, and communications across university, government, and industry partners (e.g., NGA, T-REX, and Taylor Geospatial Institute).
Perform a range of administrative tasks including correspondence, scheduling, office management, and personnel documentation.
Review transactions for budget impact, authorization, and policy compliance; report any variances for review or correction.
Serve as a central liaison for the Collaborative, providing information and administrative support to faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
Support activities related to recruitment, retention, outreach, and community engagement that advance the mission of the Geospatial Collaborative.
Perform other duties as assigned.
This position supports a project funded by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, which limits participation in the project to citizens of the United States. As a result, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position.
Shift
40 hours/week. Monday thru Friday
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
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Prior experience in a business support role or a related field is preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all populations.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 hourly
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
Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.
Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Careers: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/index.html
Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
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 email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu .
Salary : $18 - $22
