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Administrative Specialist III

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, ARFull-time$30K/yrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$30K/yr
Location
Jonesboro, AR
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Arkansas State University is hiring an Administrative Specialist III. The Administrative Specialist III at Arkansas State University coordinates office activities, prepares special reports, and develops administrative policies and procedures under supervisor direction, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and institutional regulations.

Key focus areas include Manage Advising Center lobby, including calls, messages, mail, appointments, and calendars, Oversee computer lab updates, antivirus software, and student usage, and Coordinate office maintenance with physical plant and ITS.

Important skills include Mathematics And Statistics Knowledge, Research And Analysis Techniques Knowledge, Work-Related Subject Area Knowledge, Computers And Software Applications Knowledge, Oral And Written Presentation Ability, and Policy Development And Interpretation Ability.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mathematics and Statistics KnowledgeResearch and Analysis Techniques KnowledgeWork-Related Subject Area KnowledgeComputers and Software Applications KnowledgeOral and Written Presentation AbilityPolicy Development and Interpretation AbilityFinancial Records Analysis AbilityPlanning Organizing Directing Others AbilityPhone Call ManagementAppointment SchedulingCalendar ManagementAntivirus Software Update OversightInventory ManagementEvent CoordinationSupervision of Student Workers

Qualifications

High School DiplomaOne Year Specialized Training in Business Management or Business EducationTwo Years Experience in Related Field

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Job Details

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Administrative Specialist III

Working Title Administrative Specialist III

Position # A01023

Department Advising Services

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Employment Status:

Full time (29-40 Hrs)

Type of Employment:

Staff

of openings:

1

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

$30,000.00

Closing:

8/22/26

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Administrative Specialist III is responsible for coordinating office activities, researching and preparing special reports, and developing, revising, and recommending administrative policies and procedures as directed by supervisor. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Manage Advising Center lobby: oversee phone calls, messages, mail, setting of appointments, update calendars and appropriate presentation of the center

  • Manage computer lab: oversee update of antivirus software, monitor student use, and presentation

  • Official contact with physical plant and ITS for office maintenance.

  • Process and file confidential forms

  • Assist with coordination of planned events including commencement ceremony

  • Complete financial transactions for office supply orders

  • Maintain updated office inventory

  • Provide supervision for student workers

  • Manage computer lab: oversee update of antivirus software.

  • Official contact with physical plant and ITS for office maintenance.

  • Assist with coordination of planned events

  • Maintain updated office inventory

  • Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of mathematics and statistics

Knowledge of research and analysis techniques and methods

Knowledge of work-related subject area

Knowledge of computers and software applications

Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports

Ability to research and analyze related work program information

Ability to develop, recommend, interpret, and apply policies and procedures

Ability to analyze financial records and prepare reports

Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Additional hours as requested and/or needed

Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

The administrative specialist will have daily contact with the center staff, as well as serve as the contact between department and other campus staff and faculty

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of a High School Diploma

One (1) year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field

Two (2) years of experience in a specialized or a related field applicable to work performed

Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or parts of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee

E-Verify Participation Notice:

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E-Verify Right to Work:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng\_Es.pdf

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