• Administrative Analyst

    State of Arkansas (Little Rock, AR)


    ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST

    Date: Jul 23, 2025

     

    Req ID: 51384

    Location:

    Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

     

    Category: AR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF & BLIND

     

    Anticipated Starting Salary: 47396.96

     

    Position Number: 2208-2565

     

    County: Pulaski

     

    Posting End Date: August 23, 2025

     

    AR School for the Deaf and Blind

     

    Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

     

    Responsibilities of the Position

     

    The Community Engagement Specialist will play a pivotal role in shaping the voice, visibility, and community presence of the Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind. Reporting to the Director of Development and working closely with the Superintendent, the Community Engagement Specialist will strengthen the school’s public presence, outreach, and engagement. Responsibilities include:

     

    • Overseeing internal and external communications, including ParentSquare, to ensure clear and effective messaging for families, staff, and the community.

    • Ensuring that all communications maintain a high level of professionalism and effectively represent the school to the public.

    • Expanding the school’s media presence by building relationships with news outlets, drafting press releases, and increasing coverage of programs and achievements.

    • Managing and growing the school’s social media engagement, ensuring consistent, impactful content that highlights student successes and school initiatives.

    • Supporting event promotion, public relations efforts, and stakeholder engagement to boost visibility and advocacy.

    • Ensuring accessibility in all communications, including ASL-integrated and captioned content, and content inclusive of the Deaf, Blind, and low vision communities.

    • Assisting with fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, and grant-related communications to enhance financial support for the school.

    • Playing a key role in branding and messaging, which will be especially critical following the merger. Clear, strategic communication will be essential to ensure a smooth transition and strong public understanding of the school’s new identity.

    Position Information

    Job Series:Administrative Support

     

    Classification:Administrative Analyst – Career Path

     

    Class Code:PAS01P

     

    Pay Grade:SGS05

     

    Salary Range:$47,397 - $70,148

    Job Summary

    The Administrative Analyst plays a pivotal role in supporting the strategic operations of a department by providing advanced analytical, operational, and administrative support. This position requires the ability to manage complex tasks, evaluate processes, and implement improvements that enhance overall efficiency within the agency. The Administrative Analyst will collaborate with senior leadership, provide insight through data analysis, and contribute to the development of policies and procedures that support the agency’s goals.

    Primary Responsibilities

    Provide advanced administrative support to senior management, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, composing correspondence, and conducting research as needed. Oversee and coordinate office operations, ensuring that processes are aligned with agency objectives. Ensure that all records, documents, and files are maintained in accordance with state laws and agency guidelines. Organize and manage both physical and digital records to ensure that information is easily accessible and complies with confidentiality requirements. Collect, analyze, and interpret a variety of data from internal and external sources to support the agency’s objectives. Prepare detailed reports and presentations based on data analysis, providing insights and recommendations to leadership for informed decision-making. Evaluate and assess current operational processes within the agency to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, or compliance issues. Recommend process improvements and assist in the development of procedures that streamline workflows and improve service delivery.

     

    Knowledge and Skills

     

    Ability to think critically and identify solutions to complex administrative and operational challenges. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to a variety of audiences. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and competing priorities. Advanced skills in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as project management and database software. Ability to work independently and handle complex administrative tasks with minimal supervision. High level of attention to detail in all aspects of administrative and data management, ensuring accuracy and quality in all deliverables.

    Minimum Qualifications

    A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus three (3) years of experience in administrative roles.

     

    Licensure/Certifications

     

    N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

     

    The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

     

    Nearest Major Market:Little Rock