Administrative Specialist: Impactful Office Support Pension

State of Arkansas; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Specialist role at the State of Arkansas supports the DCFS team with routine data entry, typing letters, organizing and filing documents, and preparing monthly reports. It includes basic client interaction in the office and maintaining professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities include handling calls, coordinating calendars, drafting communications, and ensuring accurate records. The position emphasizes data accuracy, policy adherence, and teamwork within the department.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to draft clear, concise, and professional correspondence.
• Experience with data entry, typing, and word processing is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and with others, following policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, respond to emails, manage office supplies, and maintain equipment.
• Maintain filing systems, electronic and physical, for easy access.
• Draft and proofread internal and external communications.
• Coordinate meetings and calendars for staff and leadership.
• Input and maintain data in databases and spreadsheets; ensure accuracy.

Skills

Data entry

Typing

Office software

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Time management

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Administrative Specialist role at the State of Arkansas supports the DCFS team with routine data entry, typing letters, organizing and filing documents, and preparing monthly reports. It includes basic client interaction in the office and maintaining professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities include handling calls, coordinating calendars, drafting communications, and ensuring accurate records. The position emphasizes data accuracy, policy adherence, and teamwork within the department.