General Services Specialist- Willow Springs or Sikeston

Job Description:

General Services Specialist- Willow Springs or Sikeston

Description

Application Deadline: 6/01/2025

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the Intermediate starting salary of $56,712.48, and a Senior starting salary of $61,249.44

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Selected candidate may report to Sikeston or Willow Springs Office. Alternate reporting location may be considered.

*Will require weekly travel to alternate locations (Sikeston/Willow Springs offices).

Why you’ll love this position: The general services specialist performs routine entry-level activities in the areas of facilities management, fleet management, procurement, and other general services programs and policies. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Provides support for and monitors business activities, conducts economical analysis, and evaluates process efficiency.
• Tracks and reports the status and progress of the strategic business plan; coordinates budget transfers, revisions, or adjustments with resource management; trains, coaches, and assists organizational units in the budget process at the district/division/office level.
• Provides support in contracting and bidding processes, which may include specification development, bid requests, bid openings, bonding, change orders, pay requests, purchases, and the acquisition, disposal, or leasing of property (real estate).
• Provides support for and monitors federal, state, and local regulations and commission decisions, contracts, and agreements to determine impact on procedures and record keeping practices; and advises and assists Central Office and district operations in identifying acceptable business practices.
• Provides support in identifying.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate, or related field, OR
• Four years of experience in fleet management, facilities management, procurement, accounting, auditing, business analysis or review.

Special Working Conditions:

• Work requires occasional, statewide, overnight, travel.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a pension plan, paid leave and holidays, health insurance coverage and educational assistance. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator . This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results.

Deadline to apply for this position is at 11:55 p.m. the night of closing.

Contact Details: sehr@modot.mo.gov

Salary:

$52,511.52 per Year