Extra Help - Administrative Assistant

University of Arkansas System • Mena, AR

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About The Position

The University of Arkansas Rich Mountain’s main campus in Mena is situated on a pristine 40-acre campus at the foot of Arkansas’ second highest peak, Rich Mountain, with satellite campuses located in Waldron and Mount Ida. A two-year public community college offering six associate degrees, seven associate workforce degrees, fifteen technical/certificate programs and a growing list of athletic programs, UA Rich Mountain provides transformative education to all learners with an average 14:1 student to faculty ratio. This is a temporary (fixed term) clerical position within the Adult Education Division.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Accurate data entry and recordkeeping skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with employees, customers, and the public.
• Ability to learn office procedures, policies, and software systems.
• Basic mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform basic office tasks such as filing, copying, scanning, and operating standard office equipment.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or additional coursework in business administration, office management, or a related field preferred.
• Previous office, clerical, customer service, or administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students. Submit student and personal data as requested.
• Cooperate with the full-time Adult Education instructor in order to maintain course continuity.
• Administer intake testing, evaluate student performance, and provide instruction based on student needs to complete the required course of instruction.
• Implement and update learning plan for each student.
• Provide instruction, feedback, and performance evaluation to students using state approved materials.
• Willing to travel occasionally for trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED