Administrative Specialist for Engineering & Operations Management

University of Arkansas System
US - Arkansas - Fayetteville
November 17, 2024

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Closing Date:
11/21/2024
Type of Position:
Administrative Operations and Support

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

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's 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'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. 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.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department:
Industrial Engineering Director of the MSOM Program

Department's Website:

/operations-management. uark. edu/
Summary of Job Duties:
The Administrative Specialist position is within the Department of Industrial Engineering and will work primarily with the graduate programs for Master of Science in Operations Management and Master of Science in Engineering Management.

The Administrative Specialist will manage the central office, serving as the first point of contact for visitors, while providing administrative support for the department. Responsibilities include providing professional office reception, managing office equipment and supplies, assisting with travel, entering appropriate transactions in Workday, maintaining physical spaces, and other duties as assigned.

This role contributes to the growth and development of the MSOM and MSEM programs by assisting program leadership, faculty, and staff with special projects and the preparation of various documents, such as academic standing notifications, administrative reports, recruiting events, and other responsibilities as directed.

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.

Remote work is not available for this position.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year in an office setting

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in international education and intercultural/international experience
Bachelor's degree in business management, education, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year of experience in a related field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to collaborate and communicate professionally and clearly with technical and non-technical personnel
Ability to think independently and abstractly about concrete problems and provide robust, practical solutions
Skill to manage, document and deliver projects as scoped

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information:

$33,000 - $40,000

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, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Recruitment Contact Information:

Amanda Ogden, amandao@uark. edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site /uasys. wd5. myworkdayjobs. com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background 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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Administrative Specialist for Engineering & Operations Management

Administrative Specialist for Engineering & Operations Management

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