Public Service Admin Specialist - Impactful Office Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid state holidays

Maternity leave

Job summary

The State of Arkansas is seeking an Administrative Specialist to provide key administrative support across departments. You will handle phones, inquiries, filing, and document management to ensure smooth operations. A strong emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and professional communication is required.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and experience in an office setting. The role offers pension, holidays, maternity leave, and other state benefits, with a typical 0800-1630

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to draft clear, concise, and professional correspondence.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and in compliance with privacy laws.
• Experience in administrative support or related roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of administrative functions, including answering phones, responding to emails, managing office supplies, and maintaining office equipment.
• Maintain and update office filing systems, both physical and electronic, ensuring documents are properly organized and accessible.
• Draft and proofread internal and external communications, including memos, reports, and correspondence.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and conferences for agency staff and leadership.
• Manage calendars, ensuring appointments and deadlines are scheduled efficiently.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, take minutes, and track follow-up actions.

Skills

Professional communication

Data entry accuracy

Customer service

Office software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The State of Arkansas is seeking an Administrative Specialist to provide key administrative support across departments. You will handle phones, inquiries, filing, and document management to ensure smooth operations. A strong emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and professional communication is required.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and experience in an office setting. The role offers pension, holidays, maternity leave, and other state benefits, with a typical 0800-1630