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Work Study - Dean of Students Front Office Assistant

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 13, 2025
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Closing Date: 08/31/2025 Type of Position:Work-Study Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Dean of Students Office Staff Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:The Front Office Assistant serves as a key representative of the Office of the Dean of Students and contributes to a welcoming, efficient, and service-oriented environment. This position supports the overall functioning of the front office through professional interaction with students, faculty, staff, and visitors, while assisting with general administrative processes. As the first point of contact for the office, the Front Office Assistant plays an essential role in shaping the student and campus community experience. This position supports student success by ensuring smooth front-office operations, reinforcing access to critical student services, and promoting a culture of care and responsiveness. This is a high-trust role requiring professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information. The Front Office Assistant is expected to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound judgment in daily interactions, and contribute to a respectful and inclusive office culture. This position will develop UA Career-Ready skills such as communication, professionalism, teamwork, critical thinking, equity and inclusion, and technology. Looking for someone available to work Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 to 3pm (7 hours total/week). Additional hours are available throughout the week up to 3 to 5 hours hours/week. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Must be a currently enrolled UARK student Federal Work Study Award required Preferred Qualifications: Prior Front Desk, Administrative, or Customer Service Experience- experience working in an office, reception, or customer-facing role, preferable in higher education or student services environment Interest in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or Service-Oriented Work- a genuine interest in supporting students and learning more about university operations and student development Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): General knowledge of university departments, student support offices, and campus processes Professionalism and dependability skills Strong communication skills Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), general online navigation, and Teams Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills Ability to accurately complete clerical tasks Ability to provide friendly, courteous, and solution focused service Ability to professionally handle incoming calls, manage inquiries, and be resourceful Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with integrity and in compliance with FERPA and university policies Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision Additional Information: Salary Information: $11.50 per hour Required Documents to Apply: Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Ginny Perlman vperlman@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. 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 orientation, 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. Constant Physical Activity:Sitting Frequent Physical Activity:Standing Occasional Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Benefits Eligible:No