Administrative Specialist II
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 working with Department Chairs and Admin Supervisors, serving as the first point of contact, answering a multi-line phone system, ordering office supplies, and managing room reservations. The position also supports faculty with clerical tasks, prepares departmental textbook adoptions and orders, provides commencement support, and assists in preparing annual reports. Additionally, the Administrative Specialist II will process Workday transactions (travel, requisitions, etc.) and maintain electronic copies of paperwork for departmental accounting records. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance, along with the ability to create and maintain collegial 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
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, dental, life and 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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
