Office Support Specialist

About the role

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking an Office Support Specialist to provide administrative and operational assistance across campus departments. This full‑time, day‑shift position supports the university’s mission of education, research, and community outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Perform general office duties such as answering phones, managing correspondence, and maintaining filing systems.
• Assist with scheduling, calendar management, and coordination of meetings.
• Prepare and process routine documents, reports, and data entry tasks.
• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and external visitors.
• Support departmental projects and special events as needed.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or experience in office administration preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Professional demeanor and a commitment to delivering high‑quality service.

Required skills

• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office suite).

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 paid holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement plans with university contributions.
• A supportive work environment that promotes work‑life balance.