Graduate Administrative Assistant (GAA)

Posting Details

Title Information

Working Title Graduate Administrative Assistant (GAA) Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time Salary 4300.00 Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number G0372026 Department Institutional Research Position Summary

The applicant should possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both oral and written). Candidates must be computer proficient (Microsoft Excel and Google apps), enthusiastic, outgoing and willing to learn and take on multiple tasks. Confidentiality, as well as strong attention to detail, is critical in this position. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements as outlined in the Graduate Assistant Guidelines. http://uca.edu/graduateschool/assistantships-student-info/

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The majority of their time engaged in projects related to data science and database management. Although responsibilities vary, they may include:

• Review excel documents and databases for accuracies
• Update and maintain department's website

Skills Considered Essential for Success

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments and assist in resolving student concerns.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions of a public or confidential nature.
• Demonstrate follow-up contacts and consultations in a timely manner.

Required Education and/or Experience License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred) University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.

Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Number of Hours per week 20 Desired start date 08/16/2026 Desired end date 12/15/2026

Posting Detail Information

Employment is contingent upon the availability of funds and course enrollments

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date 05/27/2026 Close Date 07/03/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Rate your experience with MSOffice (Word, Excel).

• Excellent

• Above Average

• Average

• Beginner

• • Rate your experience with Excel:

• Excellent

• Above average

• Average

• Beginner

• None

• • Describe any experience you have with development of newsletters, event flyers, websites, or marketing emails.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Veteran's Documents
• Additional Documents