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Business Support Specialist II

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/14/2026 CLOSED ON 10/29/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Support Specialist II position at University of Missouri-Columbia?

Hiring Department

TV Station

Job Description

The Missouri School of Journalism is seeking a Business Support Specialist II to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the KOMU 8 news station and Journalism Professions. This role is ideal for a detailed-oriented, service-driven, and reliable professional who thrives in a fast-paced academic work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the first point of contact for KOMU 8: answer phones, greet visitors and provide front desk coverage.
  • Provide clerical, project and task support to the KOMU 8 news team and Journalism Professions.
  • Coordinate meetings and appointments: schedule, prepare materials, take minutes, and track attendance.
  • Assist with staff searches and onboarding new hires.
  • Maintain the checkout system for cameras and equipment.
  • Manage the schedule and maintenance of the KOMU 8 vehicle fleet and maintain the checkout system for fuel cards.
  • Coordinate and support events and provide onsite facilitation, including campus visitors, engagement events, and student group trips.

Fiscal

  • Handle fiscal tasks: coordinate travel, purchase supplies, process bills, deposit checks, contracts and reimbursements, and prepare and reconcile monthly financial reports.
  • Manage payroll processing and serve as the point of contact with STRIPES Shared Services to process and track HR-related forms for hourly students and part-time personnel.
  • Work closely with the School’s Fiscal Officer with other fiscal needs.

School-wide

  • Provide backup support to administrative professionals.

Other duties as assigned.

Skills And Attributes

  • Strong organizational, communication and customer-service skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism.
  • Proficient in administrative, financial and office systems.
  • Team-oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why join Us?

  • You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team at one of the world’s top journalism schools. This is a great opportunity to grow your administrative career in a dynamic academic setting.

Shift

Full-time, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

This position requires reliable, onsite attendance.

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

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $17.40 – $23.85 per hour

Grade: GGS-7

University Title: Business Support Specialist II

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Application Materials

MU application, resume and cover letter.

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.

Salary : $17 - $24

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