Job Posting: Missouri Democratic Party's Administrative Assistant

[Tara Logan]

The Missouri Democratic Party (MDP) is seeking a bright, organized, & energetic individual to work alongside our Chairwoman and Executive Director as an Administrative Assistant.  This is a full-time position based in Kansas City, Missouri. 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:   

• Traveling alongside the Chairwoman and Executive Director as needed. 
• Staffing the Chairwoman and Executive Director at events and meetings as needed 
• Handling administrative tasks, such as emailing, faxing, scanning, taking phone  calls, etc., with attention to detail and professionalism 
• Providing real-time scheduling support by booking appointments and preventing  conflicts
• Making travel arrangements, such as booking flights, cars, and making hotel and  restaurant reservations 
• Managing payroll for MDP full time staff and fellows 
• Screening phone calls and routing callers to the appropriate party 
• Using computers to generate reports, transcribe minutes from meetings, and  create presentations 
• Maintaining polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, and mail
• Anticipating the needs of others in order to ensure their seamless and positive  experience 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:  

• At least 2 years experience as an administrative assistant, secretary, office manager, or  related position
• Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Working knowledge of Missouri political, electoral and legislative processes
• Willing to work extensive hours, including nights and weekends with some travel 
• Committed to details, results, meeting goals, and consistent improvement 
• Ideal candidates should be professional, organized, reliable, prompt, &  self-motivated 
• An interest in politics & political campaigns is highly preferred
• Must identify as a Democrat 
• Proficiency in Google Drive, Google Docs and Sheets, Slack, and other applications 
• Willingness to learn payroll database, if not already familiar with these processes 
• Willingness to communicate directly with voters/officials  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills  
• Strong cognitive/memory processes  

HOW TO APPLY:   

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate based on experience, including fully paid for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Please send your resume, cover letter, and 2 references to the MDP Hiring  Committee in an email with the subject line “Administrative Assistant” Please email  res...@missouridems.org​. No cold calls please.  

The Missouri Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The MDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion,  economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.