TRIO Programs Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title TRIO Programs Assistant

Job Responsibilities The TRIO Programs Assistant will work under the daily supervision of the TRO Programs Administrative Coordinator to assist with processing internal paperwork, reconciling budgets, and documenting program service and outcomes for the two TRIO programs on the Truman State University campus (Upward Bound Project and McNair Scholars Program). The TRIO Programs Assistant position is responsible for general clerical duties including data entry, event planning, database maintenance, travel arrangements, and procurement of supplies.

• Assist with the processing of departmental purchases, travel requisitions, and reimbursements;
• Order supplies and procure items needed for grants to operate effectively;
• Track and document all expenditures, collecting the necessary paperwork for database entry, submission to the business office, and filing;
• Know federal guidelines governing program operations and spending;
• Keep abreast of changes in university policies and procedures that impact budget processes;
• Assist with the dissemination of information to students and staff via Microsoft Teams, Slack, Google Classroom, Remind, and other similar platforms;
• Prepare routine correspondence, fliers, forms, and promotional materials;
• Assist with file audits, documentation review, and database maintenance;
• Prepare, organize, and duplicate meeting materials – agendas, worksheets, evaluations;
• Make arrangements for student and staff travel as needed;
• Other duties as assigned.

Truman offers an attractive benefits package including paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Proficiency with word processing software and various social media platforms
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Experience processing or tracking expenditures using spreadsheets
• Ability to work responsibly with sensitive and confidential information

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, education, or a related field;
• Experience in a professional office setting
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of the challenges TRIO-eligible students face as they navigate a college environment

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S340P

Open Date 10/14/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Salary The starting wage for this position is $17.37 hourly.

Non Discrimination Statement

Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.

Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 orhrstaff@truman.edu.