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Department Assistant

Kansas City, MO 64101

Posted: 05/20/25 Employment Type: Full-Time Job Number: EB-1676567674

Job Description

Department Assistant

Kansas City, MO

Description:

This role will support the Global Facilities Construction leadership team by providing administrative assistance to maintain the smooth operation of daily department activities. The team seeks an internal candidate who is agile, a natural collaborator, efficient communicator and eager to expand their network by working with a national team of construction professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects. This position coordinates with department management to provide administrative services in conjunction with department and business line goals and objectives.

  • Facilitates the dissemination of information to the department and project teams as part of the overall communications and department management process.
  • Resolves questions regarding the department; research and provide appropriate answers.
  • Prepare and present meeting notes, presentations and tables utilizing Excel, PowerPoint, Access and other programs.
  • Develop procedures pertaining to departmental and business line requirements and assist in the development of business initiatives for the department.
  • Monitor department deadlines and benchmarks and support presentation of monthly progress reports including tracking action items and progress updates.
  • Plan, coordinate and facilitate on-site and off-site meetings for the department. This may include: department orientation and training, stakeholder meetings, management meetings, periodic reviews, etc.
  • Coordinate the required training programs and records for department personnel in conjunction with the corporate training department and project requirements to ensure compliance.
  • Assemble and analyze information involving business plans, and financial reports, resulting in the final business plan submission.
  • Monitor, review, and approve standard expenditures to ensure the activities of the department are conducted within established budgets.
  • Prepare a variety of communication including emails, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes.
  • Responsible for handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Coordinate department related issues and complaints, such as operational resources, work stations, space assignments and supplies, and follow up that resolution has been obtained.
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma/GED Required
  • Applicable office/clerical experience Preferred
  • Advance knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint required
  • Ability to work independently; demonstrating accuracy, reliability, and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent organization skills, attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels within an organization and with others outside of the organization (i.e. clients, vendors, business partners, community leaders).
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