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Type of Position: Clerical

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation\xe2\x80\x99s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation\xe2\x80\x99s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department: Department of Physics Admin Support

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Summary of Job Duties: The Department of Physics in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas has an opening for an Administrative Specialist III. The Administrative Specialist III is responsible for performing general office duties for the Physics Department. This position will be responsible for greeting visitors to the department and assisting students, faculty, instructors, and graduate assistants as well as staff with various requests, such as overrides, curriculum support for the Vice-Chair. The Administrative Specialist III will perform daily office duties that include answering the multi-line phone, researching and preparing special reports and surveys, distributing mail in a timely manner, using a scanner to create electronic files, uploading files to SharePoint. This position will be the primary for special events - setting up for special events, including weekly colloquia, ordering food and supplies for special events. It will also assist with inventory and surplus of departmental equipment. This position will perform other duties as assigned.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma

At least one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field

At least two years of experience in a specialized or a related field applicable to work performed

At least one year of experience in an office setting, working with customers and technology

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in and ability to work in a fast past, team-orientated atmosphere with the ability to multitask while working with little supervision

Demonstrated ability to promote a harmonious collegiate environment

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $31,319

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: Carrie Whitmer, Office Manager, cwhitme@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: N/A

Frequent Physical Activity: N/A

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: Yes

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