Program Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Program Assistant – Public Safety

The Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Program Assistant for our Public Safety Team. This person will manage administrative tasks for the team, coordinate travel, spending and logistics and support on the overall team coordination.

About MARC

MARC, the association of local governments and metropolitan planning organization for the bistate Kansas City region, promotes and supports cooperation on regional issues, including transportation, the environment, our workforce and economy, aging services, community development, quality early learning, public safety communications and emergency services. MARC has a collaborative work environment with a culture based on integrity, innovation, respect, belonging, impact and leadership.

About this position

This is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting the Local Government Services Department, reporting to the Public Safety Operations Manage. This position will handle the following day-to-day responsibilities :

• Administrative Support for 911 Program Staff

Supports the Public Safety Training Coordinator and other Public Safety Program Assistants as needed. Assists other Public Safety staff as needed.

Assists with events such as Telecommunicator Appreciation Celebration (TAC) and other telecommunicator events.

Processes payments of invoices for Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP)s.

Coordinates communication and support for Public Safety and related committees and subcommittees and Public Safety meetings, including managing calendars, providing draft meeting agendas, preparing informational materials, posting meeting notices, attending meetings, providing meeting summaries, and setup / cleanup of meeting rooms.

About you

Skills you’ll need

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, in a culturally sensitive manner with both individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Ability to make sound decisions by applying policies and procedures and using available resources.

Willingness to assist coworkers with projects and work outside normal responsibilities for the good of the organization.

Basic requirements

Additional qualifications

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Salary and benefits

Starting salary for this position is from $45,500 to $58,000 per year, depending upon qualifications. MARC offers an attractive team-oriented work environment along with a competitive fringe benefit package. Employees may work remotely up to two days per week.