Administrative Specialist III

About the role

The Administrative Specialist III provides essential clerical support to the Division of Agriculture’s Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences. Working within a historic university environment, this role helps keep daily operations running smoothly so faculty, staff, and students can focus on teaching, research, and outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Manage office correspondence, schedule appointments, and maintain calendars for department personnel.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute documents, reports, and meeting minutes.
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and databases in accordance with university policies.
• Coordinate logistics for departmental events, workshops, and conferences.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries, directing requests to appropriate staff.
• Assist with budgeting and procurement processes by tracking expenses and processing purchase orders.

Required profile

• Current employee of the University of Arkansas System (including student employees or graduate assistants).
• Demonstrated experience in clerical or administrative support within an academic or research setting.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills