Administrative Specialist II

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Clerical

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:

Associate Professor - Nutrition

Department's Website:

uada.edu

Summary of Job Duties:

Summary:
The Administrative Specialist II is responsible for researching & preparing special reports, examining & verifying documents, & performing general office duties.

Duties:
Responsible for secretarial support for EFNEP program manager and coordinator
Assists with preparation for meetings, workshops, and training, including registration, booking accommodations, ordering meeting supplies

Assists with routine program supply orders

Types and submits letters, emails, reports, travel forms, expense reimbursements.
Provide support to the AR EFNEP online/social media component by reviewing social media and/or web posts made at the county level to assure program fidelity; report findings to program manager or coordinator;

Compile approved social media posts for distribution to counties and maintain a dated list of approved posts provided to counties; and establish and maintain a repository of approved on-line lessons available to program assistants for use in daily classes.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus two years of experience in a specialized or related area applicable to work performed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of record keeping procedures. Knowledge of the principles & practices of mathematics & statistics. Knowledge of work-related subject area. Knowledge of computers & software applications. Ability to conduct research & compile data into report form. Ability