Department Assistant - 7 month Contract Role - Kansas City, MO, $19 / hr

Yoh Services, on behalf of it's client in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Department Assistant for a 7 month contract role!

Job Title : Department Assistant Summary :

The Department Assistant provides administrative support to department management, ensuring smooth daily operations and alignment with business goals. This role involves coordinating communications, managing departmental procedures, and supporting various initiatives.

Monday-Friday 8 am to 5pm OR 9 / 80 Schedule

Benefits offered by Yoh Services, contract agency

7 month contract

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide administrative services in support of department and business line objectives.
• Facilitate communication and information sharing across the department and project teams.
• Research and resolve departmental inquiries, providing accurate and timely responses.
• Prepare and present meeting notes, presentations, and data tables using Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other tools.
• Assist in developing departmental procedures and contribute to business initiatives.
• Track departmental deadlines and benchmarks; support monthly progress reporting and action item tracking.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate on-site and off-site meetings (e.g., orientations, stakeholder meetings, reviews).
• Coordinate training programs and maintain training records in collaboration with the corporate training department.
• Compile and analyze data for business plans and financial reports; support final business plan submissions.
• Monitor and approve standard departmental expenditures to ensure budget compliance.
• Draft and distribute communications including emails, meeting agendas, and minutes.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Address and resolve departmental operational issues (e.g., workspace, supplies, complaints).
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and standards.

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.  Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include :

What you need to know :

Estimated Min Rate : $13.30

Estimated Max Rate : $19.00

What’s In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include :

Note : Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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