Administrative Specialist III - Allied Health

Salary: $25,773.00 Annually
Location : 6415 Spellman Road, Camden, AR
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 05-2627
Department: Allied Health
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
Location: Shumaker Hall


Description


The Administrative Specialist II works under general supervision and is responsible for typing and providing administrative and clerical support to supervisory and professional staff. This position is governed by agency/institution policy.


This is a 12-month on-campus position. If not residing within a reasonable commuting distance from Camden, AR, relocation is required.

All SAU Tech employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in interpersonal behaviors and be committed to effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU Tech family requires a commitment to creating and cultivating caring environments through the intentional inclusion of all staff in student success efforts.


SAU Tech and the State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex. national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Acts as office receptionist. Greets and directs visitors. Screen calls in Allied Health Department, responds to routine questions regarding policies and procedures, provides instructions on completion of forms, and makes referrals to other sources of information as needed.
• Assists with maintaining the divisional budget.
• Completes and files Allied Health reports in an accurate and timely manner as requested.
• Maintains present and past Allied Health students' records. Completes interstate endorsement forms as required.
• Assist instructors with typing and copying tests and instructional materials.
• Maintains sufficient supplies for faculty and students by conducting physical inventory of faculty supply area and skills/simulation labs, ordering, receiving, and restocking office and lab supplies.
• Monitors academic calendars and keeps abreast of deadlines.
• Assist in planning and organize ceremonies.
• Assist with student and teaching evaluations as needed.
• Answers the phone, takes messages, and delivers messages with accuracy. Is cordial to callers requiring information as well as to visitors and assists them as needed.
• Picks up, sorts, and distributes mail for faculty.
• Completes requisitions for goods, materials and travel as needed by faculty.
• Assist with class schedules and advertisements. Assist with duties, such as set up and location of off campus classes.
• Proctors student exams and/or assignments when needed.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION : High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Knowledge of general office procedures. Knowledge of basic record keeping procedures. Knowledge of word processing applications. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Ability to provide information and assistance to office staff, visitors, and callers. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to extract and organize information.
Supplemental Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Administrative Specialist III has regular contact with department staff, other state agency/institution personnel, clients/students, personnel of regulated entities, and the general public.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Application cannot be completed and submitted using a mobile device.
Background check is required.
Applicants will be contacted via email with information regarding the position. Please monitor the email address provided in your application for updates.
SAU Tech offices are to be well-lit with artificial light.
This is an on-campus position. If not residing within a reasonable commuting distance from Camden, AR, relocation is required.
Deadline for first consideration is June 7, 2026. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.
At Southern Arkansas University Tech, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. Our affordable and flexible benefits packages truly encompass our values by giving our employees peace of mind to allow them to focus on their professional development and other important aspects in their lives. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts(TASC)
• Wellness Program
• Robust and comprehensive Retirement Plan (Basic and Supplemental)
• Tuition Waiver (SAU Tech, SAU Magnolia, SouthArk)
• Life and Long Term Disability
• Service/Recognition awards
• Annual and Sick leave