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Arkansas Department of Transportation

Office Assistant

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A Proofreader reads manuscripts, reports, scripts and other written documents carefully to check for errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation. Reviews writing for inconsistencies in style. Marks corrections and revisions using standard proofreading notations.

$51,392 / year median in Arkansas

-8% projected decline

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Job Description

Posting closes on 7/29/2026 Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing routine tasks in a Division or Section. Examples of Work The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer. Write or type correspondence, forms, or other documents. Prepare various reports. Sort and file records. Answer telephone, convey messages, and run errands. Copy documents using office duplicating equipment. Compile and maintain records. Assist office staff in special studies and research. Minimum Requirements The educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school. Demonstrated typing ability. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience in office procedures. Detail oriented. Effective communication skills. Well-developed sense of urgency and follow-through. ("Accredited" means the educational institution or program is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized either by the United States Department of Education or by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.) A criminal background check will be required to determine suitability of employment, and failure to meet these standards may cause the applicant to be rejected or terminated from that position. The educational equivalent to an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field plus three years of experience in reimbursement processing OR the educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school and five years of experience in reimbursement processing. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.