Administrative Specialist III

4-H Center Director

The Administrative Specialist III for 4-H Operations is responsible for coordinating office activities, researching & preparing special reports, & developing, revising, & recommending administrative policies & procedures as directed by supervisor. The position is located at the Vines 4-H Center. Duties include ordering office supplies, assisting in the gift shop when needed, doing remote bank deposits as well as preparing cash deposits, supporting the 4-H Foundation by keeping records and sending thank you letters to donors, assisting guests as needed, and answering all incoming calls and transferring calls to the appropriate department/person.

Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field; plus three years of experience in specialized or a related field applicable to work performed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of the principles & practices of mathematics & statistics. Knowledge of research & analysis techniques & methods. Knowledge of work-related subject area. Knowledge of computers & software applications. Ability to prepare, present, & review oral & written information & reports. Ability to research & analyze related work program information. Ability to develop, recommend, interpret, & apply policies & procedures. Ability to analyze financial records & prepare reports. Ability to plan, organize, & direct the work of others.

Additional Information: For technical assistance with the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: N/A

Occasional Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible: Yes