Job Summary
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about supporting initiatives that improve rural healthcare access? The Arkansas Rural Health Parntership (ARHP) is seeking a proactive and professional Administrative Specialist to support day-to-day operations and ensure the smooth execution of administrative processes at the Arkansas Rural Health Academy (ARHA)

Key Responsibilities

As the Administrative Specialist, you will:

Manage and maintain student application files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely processing throughout the intake and enrollment process.
Serve as a grant process liaison between ARHA activities & ARHP
Draft, format, and manage routine correspondence, reports, form letters, logs, and financial ledgers.
Maintain ARHA calendar for class schedules and room reservations
Assist efforts to set up, schedule, and monitor clinical assignments between students and health care partners.
Serve as a point of contact for providing accurate information for ARHA/ARHP efforts.
Assist with purchasing, maintaining financial records, and monitoring expenditures.
Maintain a professional demeanor with a strong sense of discretion, reliability, and commitment to high-quality service and confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.
Some limited travel may be required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or relevant certifications preferred
2+ years of administrative or clerical experience in an office or academic setting
Familiarity with public health, grants, or higher education environments is a plus
Knowledge of:

Office record keeping and filing systems; Work-related administrative procedures and documentation; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Google Platform Applications (Forms, Gmail, Docs, Classroom)

Have a willingness to learn.
Be a team player.
Committed to continuous personal growth and development.

Why Join ARHA?

Meaningful work that impacts rural health and education.
Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
Opportunities for growth, development, and professional advancement.
Competitive benefits and leave policies

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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