Departmental Administrative Manager

United States·Fayettevillemid

OtherAdministrative Manager

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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),

Requirements Summary

Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in business or related field. Three or more years experience in the field of administrative management is preferred.

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OtherAdministrative Manager

10/25/2026

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

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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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This position will report directly to the Department Head and is responsible for establishing and maintaining operating procedures for the departmental administrative office, maintaining knowledge of policies, rules and procedures affecting the department, supervising office personnel, coordinating all departmental reporting, maintainng the Department Head office to include calendar, meeting and travel arrangements, telephone and other communications, organizing and completing special projects as assigned by the Department Head, and managing and performing personnel related procedures in accordance with all policies.

Requirements

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Criminal Background Check

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.

Responsibilities

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→Proficient skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
→Attention to detail with excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
→Strong project management and administrative skills.
→The ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
→The ability to work collaboratively and independently.
→Excellent time management and documentation skills.
→Knowledge of staff development and supervisor principles.
→Knowledge of department operations, policies, and procedures.
→Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse populations.
→Ability to exercise initiative, make sound judgments, be discreet, and assume responsibilities.
→Superior computer and software skills, strong managerial, communication, and organizational skills.