Administrative Specialist: Office & Coordination

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support a department with a wide range of office duties. You will handle phones, scheduling, recordkeeping, and document management while ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills to maintain efficient operations and high service levels for staff and the public. The position emphasizes data entry, document drafting, and coordination of meetings, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to draft clear, concise, and professional correspondence.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and emails, manage calendars, and coordinate meetings.
• Maintain filing systems and records, including electronic databases.
• Draft and proofread internal/external communications and memos.
• Coordinate meetings and take minutes; track follow‑up actions.
• Input and maintain data in electronic systems and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Clear communication

Public interaction

Record keeping

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Office equipment

Process improvement

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

State of Arkansas is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support a department with a wide range of office duties. You will handle phones, scheduling, recordkeeping, and document management while ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills to maintain efficient operations and high service levels for staff and the public. The position emphasizes data entry, document drafting, and coordination of meetings, with opportunities