Administrative Support Assistant III

University of Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant III to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Department of Health, Human Performance & Recreation. This role ensures efficient operations by managing schedules, supporting faculty, and serving as a liaison with campus departments. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational settings and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Health, dental, life, and disability insurance

Tuition waivers for employees' families

12 official holidays

Immediate leave accrual

Retirement program with contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in a specialized area.
• Experience in an academic department at a university is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Department of Health, Human Performance & Recreation.
• Manages calendars, sets up meetings, and coordinates events.
• Processes paperwork including travel claims and personnel documentation.

Skills

Record keeping

Basic arithmetic

Effective communication

Research and data compilation

Knowledge of software applications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

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Closing Date

07/02/2025

Type Of Position

Administrative Operations and Support

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.

Department

Department of Health, Human Performance & Recreation

Department's Website

https://hhpr.uark.edu/

Summary Of Job Duties

The Administrative Specialist II works with a team to provides administrative support and services to the Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation (HHPR). This position provides support services to the HHPR administrative team (e.g., the department head, assistant department head, and Exercise Science Research Center (ESRC) and Center for Public Health and Technology Directors) which includes duties such as managing calendars, setting up meetings, and coordinating recurring monthly and special events. This position also provides faculty support which includes processing paperwork, such as travel claims and paperwork related to personnel. This position also serves as a liaison between HHPR and other parts of campus and being a main point of contact for visitors. This job provides opportunities for continued professional growth.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
• At least three years of experience in a specialized or related area applicable to work performed
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience working in an academic department at a college or university
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of record keeping procedures
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic
• Knowledge of basic grammar
• Knowledge of computers and software applications
• Ability to conduct research and compile data into report form
• Ability to establish and maintain filing systems
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to analyze documents to determine compliance with rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
  
  

Additional Information

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents To Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Dr. Michelle Gray

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions To Applicants

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Higher Education

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