Administrative Program Coordinator Industrial Engineering

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Closing Date:

01/20/2026

Type of Position:

Registration and RecordsNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

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 nations 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 nations 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.

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Department:

Industrial Engineering Administration of Job Duties:The Administrative Program Coordinator will serve as the first point of contact for visitors students faculty & staff and provide administrative support for the department. This includes answering the departments phone and email account purchasing office supplies textbooks regalia etc. assisting faculty and staff with special projects reconciling procurement and travel cards conducting expense reports & reimbursements submitting scholarships maintaining physical spaces by making recommendations for improvement and coordinating any needed repairs to provide resolution in a timely manner and other similar duties as assigned.

The Administrative Program Coordinator provides administrative support for the Department of Industrial Engineering primarily in the Undergraduate Studies program. Assisting the departments academic advisors this employee develops procedures to support degree audits student advising and management of student addition the Program Coordinator performs program research and data collection to compile reports for departmental campus and external agencies including accreditation reviews. This position collects data and monitors the progress of meeting Student Learning Measures (SLM) for accreditation. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the academic advisors and faculty of the department.

The Department of Industrial Engineering hosts many events banquets receptions and luncheons throughout the year. This employee will help coordinate and execute events alongside other staff members.

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. This position will work 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree with a major in business sociology public administration or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least one year of experience in program administration or related area

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years working in an administrative role in higher education

• Previous experience using University of Arkansas software such as Workday Slate R25 etc.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Excel Word etc.

• At least two years of event or conference coordination experience OR academic advising experience

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of program degree requirements and equivalencies

• Knowledge of campus and community resources

• Knowledge of state federal and campus rules regulations and requirements related to campus academic and social programs

• Ability to handle records materials and issues in a discreet and confidential manner

• Ability to provide a consistently high level of courteous professional and cheerful customer service to internal and external constituents

• Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations

• Ability to compile information into report form

• Ability to execute projects in a timely manner within budget and following policies for compliance

Additional Information:

$40000-$43000 commensurate with education and experience.Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeLicense or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) Proof of Veteran Status Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)Ashley Reeves

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

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 Universitys 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:

Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Talking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes