Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States
$55,000; not specified; benefits eligible py
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Workday operating system proficiency
Microsoft office suite proficiency
Grant administration knowledge
** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist to support the Dean of Research and Associate Research Director in coordinating various research projects, managing operational reports, and supporting administrative functions. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and experience in high-level office work, particularly within academic settings. **

Job Summary

  • Coordinate programs and projects for the Dean of Research/Associate Research Director, including assisting in evaluations and identifying opportunities to improve research policies.
  • Manage the Dean of Research's day-to-day calendar, coordinate travel arrangements, organize meetings, and provide administrative assistance such as drafting communications.
  • Supervise personnel within the Agricultural Research Office and train other administrative assistants on Workday operating systems.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist to support the Dean of Research and Associate Research Director in coordinating various research projects, managing operational reports, and supporting administrative functions. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and experience in high-level office work, particularly within academic settings. **

Salary

$55,000; Not specified; Benefits Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Workday operating system proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Grant administration knowledge
  • Executive-level administrative support
  • Record and document management
  • Independent work and discretion

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service mindset
  • Service-oriented approach
  • Ethical standards
  • Culturally diverse relations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years high-level office experience
  • 2 years data collection/compilation experience
  • IAAP CAP certification recommended
  • Workday, Excel, Word, PowerPoint proficiency

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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