Executive Administrative Assistant

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Closing Date:

03/25/2026

Type of Position:

Management, Supervisory

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

VC Finance & Administration

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Executive Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing upper level executive administrative support to the Vice Chancellor / Chief Financial Officer, Associate Vice Chancellor, and Contract Review Manager. This position is also responsible for providing operations support to the Vice Chancellor’s office, its division departments, and the UA Little Rock campus in a multitude of administrative processes.

The Executive Administrative Assistant is expected to anticipate and adapt to the needs of a highly dynamic senior executive position and to be experienced in supporting senior-level executives. The Executive Administrative Assistant must handle a wide range of administrative tasks, work independently as required, maintain confidentiality, and exercise independent judgment. The candidate must have the ability to work well in a dynamic, fast-paced organization and maintain multiple tasks and competing priorities, often under pressure, with accuracy, flexibility, and attention to detail.

The Executive Administrative Assistant must have the ability to work as part of a team with other members of the Vice Chancellor’s office and division. This position has frequent contact with top university officials, business and community leaders, as well as alumni, faculty, staff, and students. The Executive Administrative Assistant will be accountable for delivering excellent customer service to all individuals who have contact with the Vice Chancellor’s Office. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a major in sociology, public administration, or related field, plus two years of experience in program administration or related area;

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Executive-level administrative support experience in higher education.
• Familiarity with Workday.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Upper Level Executive Support

• Manage complex sche