Administrative Specialist II

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas is seeking an Administrative Specialist II to provide office support for the Economics & Management departments. This role involves serving as the first point of contact, managing a multi-line phone system, ordering supplies, and handling room reservations. The position also supports faculty with clerical tasks, prepares textbook adoptions and orders, provides commencement support, and assists with annual reports. Additionally, the Administrative Specialist II will process Workday transactions, such as travel and requisitions, and maintain electronic copies of departmental accounting records. Regular, reliable attendance and the ability to maintain positive working relationships are essential functions of this job.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
• At least three years of experience in a specialized or related area applicable to work performed
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional people skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage customers and projects at once
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
• Detailed and customer service-oriented person with strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Customer service experience
• Experience using Workday
• Event management experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact/reception
• Answer multi-line phone system
• Order office supplies
• Manage room reservations
• Assist departmental faculty with clerical support
• Prepare departmental textbook adoptions and orders
• Provide commencement support
• Help prepare annual reports
• Process Workday transactions (travel, requisitions, etc.)
• Save electronic copies of paperwork for departmental accounting records

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance
• University contributions to dental insurance
• University contributions to life insurance
• University contributions to disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

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