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Admissions Administrative Assistant

University of Arkansas System
Monticello, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Jul 2026

About the role

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Closing Date:


Type of Position:

Clerical


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs.

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Department:

Admissions


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

Summary of Job Duties:
Provides, coordinates, and/or administers complex programs in admissions or services with limited supervision. Provide specialized or technical information, provide customer service requiring confidentiality and advanced communication skills, and/or perform diverse and complex data management processes requiring proficiency with a variety of software applications and an understanding of the structure of databases and the information contained in the database. Process transcripts, coordinate office activities, answering department phone lines, assisting with events and tours, responding professionally to emails, greet department visitors. Work with relative independence and minimal supervision. Perform all other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of high school diploma required plus 2-3 years of administrative/clerical support experience required in a professional office OR Associates degree or higher preferred. Excellent interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills. Ability to multi-task and work independently in a team and fast paced office environment. Computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, Zoom(ability to organize and facilitate) and preferred experience in People Soft and Workday.


Additional Information:


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:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Mary Whiting
Director of Admissions and Recruitment
whitingm@uamont.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site