Administrative Support Specialist III

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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* At least one year of clerical or administrative experience
* Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Experience in a facilities, operations, construction, or service-oriented environment
* Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
* Recordkeeping and filing procedures
* Basic arithmetic and data entry
* Basic grammar, spelling, and business correspondence
* Computer systems and standard office software applications
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Effective customer service and interpersonal communication skills
* Proficiency with standard office equipment such as multi-line phones, copiers, scanners, and printers
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
* Ability to analyze documents for compliance with established procedures and guidelines
* Ability to conduct basic research and compile information into report format
* Ability to establish, maintain, and update filing systems
* Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to respond calmly and effectively during emergencies and high-pressure situations
* Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products such as email, spreadsheet

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health,…