Assistant to the Chair, Communication Sciences & Disorders

Full Job Description

The University of Central Arkansas Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders is seeking an Administrative Specialist III to support the Department, the Department Chair, and other faculty in the administration of the department.

Duties and Responsibilities

The assistant to the Chair is responsible for coordinating office activities, researching and preparing special reports, and developing, revising, and recommending administrative policies and procedures as directed by the supervisor.

• Fulfill overall clerical duties.
• Manage academic coordination, facilities, budgets, and personnel operations.
• Manage course scheduling, reporting within BANNER and ARGOS, hiring, personnel records, and Work-Study budgets.
• Financial duties encompass tracking departmental budgets, processing procurement, preparing financial reports, handling faculty and student travel
• Assist in planning departmental events, maintain digital and web presence, support clinic workflow, ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Liaise with faculty, healthcare professionals, students and the public.
• Oversee purchasing.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications.
• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

• The formal education of a high school diploma; plus one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field; plus three years of experience in specialized or a related field applicable to work performed.

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Background Check Statement

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Pay: $31,200.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $31,200