Office Specialist III

Office Specialist III

TRIO Education Support Services in the department of Student Belonging is seeking an office specialist. The office specialist will serve as the administrative assistant to the TRIO ESS Director and staff. This position is responsible for the fiscal accountability and fiscal integrity of the program through monthly reconciliation of FIS statements. The office specialist will prepare the annual performance report for submission to the US Department of Education. This is a full-time, 12-month, contracted position.

• 522200
• Manhattan, Kansas, United States
• Student Belonging
• Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
• Closing at: Oct 18 2026 - 23:55 CDT
• On-site

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About This Role

This position serves as the departmental recordkeeping and accounting specialist for the Director and staff of TRIO Educational Supportive Services which is a federal and state funded program that provides tutoring, academic, career, and financial services for first generation, low income, and students with a documented disability.

Federal regulations require that extensive records be maintained on all accepted student participants

About Us

Since 1972, TRIO ESS has focused on student success by providing comprehensive support for students that are 1st generation, income limited, and/or have a documented disability. TRIO ESS accepts 300 students each year, offering 1-1 services that help participants maintain a good GPA, persist year-to-year, and graduate on time.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site. 5 days per week

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You''ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires two years of relevant experience.
• Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree and/or three years of experience in an office setting to include receptionist duties and business practices.
• Excellent computer skills, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel preferred).
• Knowledge of University systems including KSIS, Navigate, Concur
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to analyze, make recommendations for improvements and implement policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to extract, analyze, and transmit technical information, prepare operating tabulations and reports, and make difficult arithmetic computations.
• Knowledge of and ability to organize groups of people and activities.
• Have a high-level professional demeanor and pleasant disposition.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work and create a positive environment and coach others to do the same
• TRIO budget experience

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Letter of interest detailing experience as it applies to this position.
• Resume
• Three professional references with contact information.

Application Window

Applications close on: October 18, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$18.0419 - $19.4038 hourly