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Closing Date:

10/30/2025

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Operations

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

COM | Emergency Medicine Administration

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Executive Assistant I provides high-level administrative support to the Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine, serving as a trusted liaison between the Chair, faculty, staff, and campus leadership. This position requires exceptional professionalism, discretion, and organizational skill, as it supports complex departmental operations, manages sensitive information, and coordinates a wide range of projects and communications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field plus two (2) years of administrative support experience, OR High School Diploma/GED plus six (6) years of administrative support experience.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and work independently with minimal supervision.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Workday and modern office management tools.

• Advanced skills using Box, Adobe Suite, RedCap database development/management, and SharePoint.

• Experience creating professional communications and managing departmental social media.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities

• Executive Support- Provides high-level administrative assistance to the Department Chair; manages scheduling, travel, meetings, presentations, and confidential communications; ensures smooth coordination across faculty, staff, and leadership.

• Fiscal & Operations – Processes and reconciles travel, manages purchasing and Workday transactions, maintains budget accuracy, assigns cost centers, serves as departmental timekeeper, and assists with applicant screenings.

• Administrator Support – Supports the Department Administrator with operational, fiscal, and personnel tasks; prepares reports and tracks deliverables.

• Faculty & Resident Support – Coordinates faculty calendars, travel, and e-fund expenditures; assists residents with account-related needs.

• Office & Facilities Management – Oversees front-office functions including mail, phones, supply orders, visitor reception, and coordination with housekeeping.

• Other Duties – Performs additional administrative responsibilities to support departmental operations and goals.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes