OCC Resources Assistant

Ozark Christian College is a single-purpose Bible college in Joplin, Missouri.

Position Title: OCC Resources Assistant
Department: Advancement
Reports to: Director of OCC Resources (indirectly to the OCC Resources Coordinator)

The mission of the OCC Resources Department is to train men and women for ministry and strengthen partnerships by providing mission-centric resources for churches, individuals, and organizations. Institutional Goals supported by Department: IG 4, 5

A. Summary

The OCC Resources Assistant provides essential administrative, clerical, and customer support to keep departmental operations running smoothly. This task-oriented role focuses on day-to-day execution, record-keeping, basic calendar support, and prompt customer service for OCC Academy and related resource initiatives.

B. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Customer & Learner Support: Serve as the primary contact for OCC Academy, answer inquiries, mark completed exercises, troubleshoot basic user issues, and upload course materials as directed.

2. Financial & Administrative Tracking: Track and process departmental financial records, including invoices, expense reports, receipts, and income tracking.

3. Dashboard & Data Maintenance: Build, update, and maintain routine dashboard data and reporting spreadsheets for Resource Department initiatives.

4. Office & Logistics Support: Assist the Director and department team with scheduling, calendar maintenance, travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and routine correspondence.

5. Mission Alignment: Represent the mission and values of OCC and the Advancement Department:

A. Values of OCC

B. Advancement Values

· Genuine-Honest-Sincere
· Gratitude
· Cohesive-Chemistry
· Collective-Responsibility
· Complex-Clarity
· Connected-Content
· Creative-Quality

C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Strong customer service focus with excellent written and verbal communication skills

2. High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills

3. Ability to manage task lists effectively in a collaborative team setting

4. Proficiency in standard office productivity software (Microsoft Office and Google Workspace)

5. Ability or willingness to learn Learning Management Systems (LMS), CRM platforms, and task management software (e.g., Asana, Trello)

6. Dependable, solution-oriented approach to daily administrative responsibilities

D. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent required

2. 1-2 years of experience in administrative, clerical, or customer service roles

E. Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This role includes the routine use of regular office equipment such as computers, telephone systems, and data systems. This role requires prolonged computer use, and the ideal candidate must be able to focus and concentrate on the screen with precision.

This is a part-time position. To apply, submit the OCC application, cover letter, and resume to [email protected].

CAMPUS SAFETY

In compliance with the Clery Act, Ozark Christian College publishes annual reports containing information about crime prevention, reporting policies, crime statistics and other safety and security-related information. The College also maintains daily crime and fire logs. To view OCC’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report go to occ.edu/security. Hard copies are also available upon request at the Ozark Christian College Student Affairs Office (1111 North Main Street, Joplin, MO 64801).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER

Ozark Christian College is affiliated with Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its mission is to train men and women for Christian service. The college seeks to educate and hire individuals who share its core values to accomplish its mission. It is the intent of the college to create and promote a diverse workforce consistent with its stated goals and mission.

It is the policy of Ozark Christian College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission and access to educational opportunities, programs, activities, or employment as applicable to ministries in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and implementing regulations. Ozark Christian College conducts all background screenings in compliance with applicable Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines and all federal and state laws and regulations.

As a religious educational institution, Ozark Christian College reserves the right to make employment decisions based on religion, marital status, or sex consistent with the college’s religious beliefs. Further, as a Christian ministry, the college has the right to select those who serve in ministerial positions based on criteria established by the college.