Administrative Support Assistant III
Starshopper, Fayetteville, AR, United States
Summary of Job Duties:
This position is directly responsible for providing administrative support and supervision of the Department’s office activities. The position reports directly to the Department Chairperson and supports the effective and smooth completion of faculty, staff, and student activities. Responsibilities include clerical support, fiscal transaction processing, work study supervision, department event planning, constituent communication, and general office activities. Individuals should have a demonstrated record of commitment to customer service, self‑directed initiative, and the ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.
Closing Date:
04/29/2026
Type of Position:
Administrative Operations and Support
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education of a high school diploma; plus one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field
Four years of experience in administrative support, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as an office manager
Experience with event planning and management
Experience with processing travel authorizations and claims in the University of Arkansas’ (UA) BASIS and WebBasis systems, basic accounting practices, and UA procurement through RazorBuy
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of department or office operations, policies, and procedures. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Knowledge of basic financial principles
Ability to perform and prepare basic quantitative reviews
Ability to resolve operational problems
Ability to research, prepare, and present written reports to the supervisor
Salary Information
$39,930.00 – $43,923.00, commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information
Diane Walsh-McNutt
Walton HR Director
dmwalshm@uark.edu
Special Instructions to Applicants
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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This position is directly responsible for providing administrative support and supervision of the Department’s office activities. The position reports directly to the Department Chairperson and supports the effective and smooth completion of faculty, staff, and student activities. Responsibilities include clerical support, fiscal transaction processing, work study supervision, department event planning, constituent communication, and general office activities. Individuals should have a demonstrated record of commitment to customer service, self‑directed initiative, and the ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.
Closing Date:
04/29/2026
Type of Position:
Administrative Operations and Support
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education of a high school diploma; plus one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field
Four years of experience in administrative support, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as an office manager
Experience with event planning and management
Experience with processing travel authorizations and claims in the University of Arkansas’ (UA) BASIS and WebBasis systems, basic accounting practices, and UA procurement through RazorBuy
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of department or office operations, policies, and procedures. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Knowledge of basic financial principles
Ability to perform and prepare basic quantitative reviews
Ability to resolve operational problems
Ability to research, prepare, and present written reports to the supervisor
Salary Information
$39,930.00 – $43,923.00, commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information
Diane Walsh-McNutt
Walton HR Director
dmwalshm@uark.edu
Special Instructions to Applicants
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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