Administrative Support Assistant III

Closing Date: 09/24/2026

Type of Position: Sponsored Program Administration Workstudy Position, Regular Work Shift, Sponsorship Available: No

About the role

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming 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’s 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services to HHPR administrative team (e.g. department head, assistant department head, exercise science research center director, and center for public health and technology director) and faculty which includes duties such as managing calendars, coordinating meetings, travel, supply and inventory management, purchasing, and setting up recurring monthly and special events.
• Manage HHPR external affiliated agreements for clinical, internships and practicum experiential learning opportunities.
• Serve as a liaison between research centers and other parts of campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding. Frequent Physical Activity: N/A. Occasional Physical Activity: N/A.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
• At least three years of experience in a specialized or related area applicable to work performed

Qualifications

• Formal education of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education (preferred)
• Experience working in an academic department at a college or university (preferred)

Skills

• Knowledge of record keeping procedures
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic
• Knowledge of basic grammar
• Knowledge of computers and software applications
• Ability to conduct research and compile data into report form
• Ability to establish and maintain electronic filing systems
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to analyze documents to determine compliance with rules, regulations and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5