Administrative Manager

Requisition Id: 4664 Salary: $66,876.00 - $83,472.00 Salary Grade: S10 Job Location: Commission Headquarters (JEFFE1) Closing Date: August 14, 2026 Interview Date: August 21, 2026 Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC. To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor,Travis R McLain at View email address on click.appcast.io or at View phone number on click.appcast.io, during regular business hours. We would love to hear from you!Summary/Objective In conjunction with the Protection Branch Chief, provide primary oversight of budget development and administration, promote operational effectiveness and written directive development, manage all aspects of attaining and maintaining accreditation through the North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Accreditation program (NAWLEA), manage branch contracting and inventory processes, and provide oversight of statewide law enforcement records management systems and processes.Essential Job Duties Provide leadership to the Branch administrative operations within span of authority, including all aspects of developing and administering the Protection Branch budget. As the Branch Accreditation Manager, oversee all aspects of attaining and maintaining accreditation of MDC through NAWLEA - for more info on NAWLEA Accreditation visit their website at ( Provide oversight of statewide law enforcement records management systems and processes (Agent Online/Mobile, Axon, FileonQ Evidence, etc.), including managing requests from the Custodian of Records and management of the Protection Branch body worn camera program. Serve as a member of the Statewide Protection Management Team. Identify opportunities for process improvement and coordinate efforts to implement changes. Develop, implement and maintain standard business practices and processes, including oversight of the Protection Branch physical inventory process. Identify training needs and coordinate implementation related to administrative functions and accreditation. Provide leadership and coordinate efforts to procure professional services using the Quality-Based Selection Method (QBS) in accordance with state regulations. Ancillary Job Duties Assist the branch chief and branch program leads with programmatic governance, process improvement, operational excellence/strategic planning, and internal/external audit coordinator, including ensuring deadlines are met for reporting/updating programmatic information in the SPMT and other work planning/tracking tools. Represent the branch on committees or working groups related to operational excellence or programmatic governance as assigned by the branch chief. Serve as the branch liaison for audit requests and gather information/records requested by the department's internal auditor. Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, IT, Communications, Natural Resources, or related field with experience or coursework in business management, public administration or operations management. At least six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in executive-level administrative assistant work. Must maintain a valid, current driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions that make improvements. Ability to keep focused on understanding, anticipating and responding to the needs of customers. Ability to make timely and effective decisions with available information or knowledge within own span of authority. Knowledge to administer financial resources in a manner which instills public trust and accomplishes the Department’s mission Ability to persuade others to “buy into” a course of action. Ability to coach and challenge others to achieve their potential. Knowledge to establish comprehensive and realistic plans of action to accomplish activities and evaluate progress. Ability to identify internal and external politics that impact the work of the Department. Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem. Ability to take a long-term view of the Department’s and Branch's direction and articulate a vision which integrates key program goals, priorities, values, and other factors. Ability to coordinate administrative and management activities to achieve Branch and Department goals. Knowledge to evaluate and analyze Branch programs and develop recommendations for improvement. Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in interpreting Department and Branch policies and procedures and in delegating responsibilities. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with Department personnel, staff of related state and federal agencies and the public. Ability to travel and stay overnight as required to perform accreditation, training, audit functions, or as necessary to perform assigned duties. Occasional out-of-state travel may be required. Ability to attain the knowledge, training, and certifications required to competently perform the functions of an accreditation manager for the NAWLEA program. Obtain the necessary qualifications to serve as a NAWLEA assessor and assist with assessments of other agencies as needed and in furtherance of the NAWLEA program. Work Environment Work is performed in a standard office environment. Physical Abilities Remain in a stationary position 70% or more of the time. Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information. Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 10 pounds. Concentrated attention is required at all times. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Disclaimer This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements. Exemption Status/Special Notes This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy. Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed. MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment. The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment. Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment. All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.