Administrative Support Assistant III
About The Position
The Administrative Support Assistant III provides comprehensive administrative support to the Graduate School of Business and the Master of Business Administration Programs Office. This position is responsible for key financial and operational processes, including purchasing, travel coordination, and basic budget support. The role also oversees front-office operations, including visitor reception, telephone coverage, and schedule management. In addition, this position supports staff by assisting with ongoing projects and delivering essential administrative services across both offices. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position requires in-person office hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
- At least one year of experience providing administrative support in a professional office setting
- Strong organizational skills, including effective planning and time management
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience working in a higher-education environment
- Experience using University of Arkansas systems such as Workday, 25Live, and/or Slate in a non-student role
- Knowledge of University of Arkansas purchasing procedures and related workflows
Responsibilities
- Provides comprehensive administrative support to the Graduate School of Business and the Master of Business Administration Programs Office.
- Responsible for key financial and operational processes, including purchasing, travel coordination, and basic budget support.
- Oversees front-office operations, including visitor reception, telephone coverage, and schedule management.
- Supports staff by assisting with ongoing projects and delivering essential administrative services across both offices.
- Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Benefits
- university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
- tuition waivers for employees and their families
- 12 official holidays
- immediate leave accrual
- a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
