Administrative Assistant Jobs in Arkansas

An Administrative Assistant works to support office functions and ensure that daily operations run smoothly. Their responsibilities may include answering and directing phone calls, managing calendars and appointments, preparing reports, maintaining filing systems, and providing general support to visitors. They often act as the point of contact for clients, suppliers, and team members, so excellent communication skills are crucial. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word, along with strong organizational and time management skills are also important. The ability to multitask and prioritize tasks is a must. Certifications that can boost their prowess in the role include the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.

Prior to becoming an Administrative Assistant, a person might have roles that provide relevant experience and skills. For instance, they could start as a Receptionist, where they would gain experience in managing communications and providing customer service. Another possible role is a Data Entry Clerk, which would help develop proficiency in using office software and maintaining records. Alternatively, they may be an Office Assistant, assisting in various office tasks and learning how the different parts of an office work together.

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Medical Receptionist at Baptist Health Urgent Care - PRN

Baptist Health Urgent Care is looking for Medical Receptionists to join our team in Hot Springs, AR. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience performing Front Desk tasks...

Elementary Administrative Assistant

  • Newport, AR
  • 1 hour ago
  • Newport, AR
  • 1 hour ago

Newport School District is now accepting applications for an administrative assistant at Newport Elementary for the 25-26 school year....

Medical Admin Specialist

  • Little Rock AFB, AR
  • 5 hours ago
  • Little Rock AFB, AR
  • 5 hours ago

Individuals selected for ART positions must meet both civilian qualifications and uniformed military requirements. In addition to meeting civilian qualifications, applicants must obtain military...

Administrative Assistant

  • Bryant, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bryant, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Administrative Assistant (Bryant, AR) Overview This is an exciting opportunity to join the Operations Team at UtiliQuest, LLC as an Administrative Assistant working in our Bryant, AR office....

Records Administrative Specialist

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 11 hours ago

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday...

Office Assistant III - Police

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Office Assistant III - Police Salary $2,735.51 - $3,880.38 Monthly Location Human Resources Department, North Little Rock Job Type Full Time Job Number 25060 Department Police Opening Date...

High School Administrative Assistant-Harding Academy

  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago

High School Administrative Assistant-Harding Academy Open for hire: 06-27-2025 SUMMARY Under general supervision, performs a range of basic office support activities such as answering phones and directing...

Office Assistant III - Police

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Office Assistant III - Police Salary $2,735.51 - $3,880.38 Monthly Location Human Resources Department, North Little Rock Job Type Full Time Job Number 25060 Department Police Opening Date...

University Advancement Administrative Assistant/Project Manager/Data Specialist

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

May serve as backup administrative assistant to the president and EVP. Manage timelines and deadlines for Advancement deliverables....

Duties: general office management and front desk reception; scheduling and calendar support for the dean; preparing documents, reports, and correspondence; assisting with budgets, purchasing and...

Medical Secretary

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Medical Secretary Job Type: Full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Travel: 0-15% Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Strong communication skills with the ability to...

Part Time Administrative Assistant

  • Paragould, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Paragould, AR
  • 2 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Provides helpful information and guidance to the public by phone and in person. Accepts registration and payment for classes. Composes,...

Administrative Specialist III-Student Services

  • Jacksonville, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, AR
  • 2 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Administrative Specialist to the Vice Chancellor for Student Services provides high-level administrative and...

Administrative Assistant, Admin Coverage

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago

Meta is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support a number of executives on a rotational basis for the Admin Coverage team....

Unit Secretary (Non-Exempt)

  • Rogers, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 2 days ago

Position: Unit Secretary Department: Womens Education Shift: PRN Days/Holidays/Weekends, 7a-4p ***THIS POSITION IS PRN ONLY*** We're a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Administrative Assistant Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Administrative Assistants in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.0%
High School or GED
25.4%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.3%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Administrative Assistants in Arkansas
1-2 years
44.2%
Less than 1 year
30.3%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
10.1%
4-6 years
1.9%


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