Administrative Specialist III for TRIO Student Support Services

Ozarka College invites applications for the position of Administrative Specialist III for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS). This position is a 12-month, grant-funded position.  Under the supervision of the Director of TRIO, the Administrative Specialist III will be responsible for assisting the Director in the overall management of the TRIO SSS program.

Ozarka College is located in Northcentral Arkansas and serves Izard, Stone, Sharp, and Fulton counties. Education at Ozarka is on the cutting edge, with traditional day and evening classes available at the main campus in Melbourne and locations in Ash Flat and Mountain View. The College also offers a wide range of online classes that provides flexibility in scheduling for students with busy work and family schedules. 

Position Specific:

• Prepare forms related to budget transactions, requisitions, purchase orders, and travel requests
• Maintain TRIO participant database and files related to individual students and overall project objectives
• Prepare and distribute correspondence such as newsletters, brochures, and flyers related to the TRIO program
• Provide information, assistance, and clarifications to interested parties concerning the TRIO program
• Assist in the following program functions:
• Development of program policies and procedures, especially those pertaining to program information management
• Preparation of the Annual Performance Report to be submitted to the U. S. Department of Education
• Updating yearly inventories
• Attend conferences and professional training as recommended by the Program Director

College Wide:

• Participate in any committees or groups which may affect or impact TRIO SSS participants
• Cooperate with all college departments to provide and share information regarding the TRIO program and the program participants
• Serve on Ozarka College committees as assigned
• Promote and help develop a College environment of respect, dignity, and cooperation where ideas, questioning, and the continued pursuit of self-development are valued as a means toward learning and growth

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma (or equivalent) required
• Associate of Arts degree or an Associate of Applied Science degree in business, information management, or related field preferred
• Previous office experience preferred
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and desktop publishing skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and work independently
• Persons who have overcome educational and personal disadvantages similar to those faced by the target student population will be given preference

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Deadline for submitting applications will be Wednesday, June 7, 2023 or until a qualified applicant has been selected.  Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.  To apply, submit a detailed letter of application, an Ozarka Employment Application, résumé, unofficial copies of transcripts, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. 

Ozarka College Application