Senior Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost of Student Affairs, UMKC Division of Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs provides student support, services, and educational programs to facilitate the growth and development of UMKC students, including educational, personal, social, physical, cultural, leadership and intellectual. We also handle student conduct and responsibilities.

Our vision is to be recognized by our students and constituents as an outstanding service-oriented division that anticipates and provides for needs beyond the classroom.

Our mission is to help create a collaborative and opportunity driven campus environment that drives student retention through dynamic programming and student support.

The Senior Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the Vice Provost for Student Affairs.

This may include but is not limited to:

• Managing the Vice Provost for Student Affairs calendar; independently will determine importance of requested meetings and coordinate calendar to accommodate their needs; draft correspondence, respond to all requests on the Vice Provost for Student Affairs behalf; perform all daily functions for information gathering, and manage all approvals and signatures requests.
• Manages, facilitates, and coordinates Student Affairs meetings with leadership, staff, and students.
• Directs workflow and independently responds to inquiries and messages for the Vice Provost for Student Affairs
• Arranges travel and logistics for the Vice Provost for Student Affairs.
• Manages pending projects for Student Affairs and ensures goals and deadlines are being met.
• Act as liaison between the Vice Provost for Student Affair and University representatives, students, Divisional representatives, etc.
• Provides general administrative support for the staff in Student Affairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Able to take a project from beginning to end with little supervision.
• Strong customer service skills; team building skills, professional; and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

$53,000 - $55,000 annually, commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity.

For best consideration, submit application materials by August 8, 2025. Position will continue to accept and review applications until filled.

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

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 call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.