Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
S14522P |
| Working Title |
Administrative Assistant I- Tifton |
| Department |
CAES-Tifton Campus |
| About the University of Georgia |
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university
(https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. |
| About the College/Unit/Department |
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| College/Unit/Department website |
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| Posting Type |
External |
| Retirement Plan |
TRS |
| Employment Type |
Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time |
Full Time |
| Work Schedule |
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| Additional Schedule Information |
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Advertised Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Posting Date |
12/18/2025 |
| Open until filled |
No |
| Closing Date |
06/30/2026 |
| Proposed Starting Date |
02/01/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please include a list of minimum 3 references. |
| Location of Vacancy |
Tifton Area |
| EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (
hrweb@uga.edu). |
| USG Core Values Statement |
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our
USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each
USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the
USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in
USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally,
USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Information
| Classification Title |
Administrative Assistant I |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| FTE |
1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications |
High school diploma or equivalent |
| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Position Summary |
This position is essential to supporting the daily operations of the faculty and staff based at UGA's Tifton Campus. Under the supervision of the Senior Business Manager, this position provides comprehensive administrative and fiscal support to faculty and staff located on UGA's Tifton Campus. The role serves as the primary point of contact for visitors, vendors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, customer service, and timely access to information and services.
Key responsibilities include processing purchase orders and invoices, coordinating travel and expense reimbursements, processing payroll, maintaining personnel and financial records, updating departmental databases, and managing incoming calls and messages. This position plays a vital role in supporting daily operations by ensuring essential business processes are completed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with institutional standards. By managing routine administrative and financial functions, the position enables faculty and staff to focus on research, teaching, and outreach activities while sustaining operational continuity across the Tifton Campus. |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Reliability (in all aspects: tasks, time, assignments, deadlines, etc)
- Problem-solving skills (proactive, looks for opportunities to contribute, asks questions, provides helpful solutions)
- Teamwork (engages with co-workers, collaborates, supports, respects)
- Communication and Interpersonal skills (ability to communicate effectively with others and get along with a variety of different types of personalities)
- Initiative and Motivation - (independently knows when to take action and doesn't hesitate)
- Possess good written and verbal skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Excellent work ethic
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| Physical Demands |
- Lift lightweight materials
- Sit at a desk the majority of the work day
- Driving as needed to perform job duties
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
Yes |
| Is this a Position of Trust? |
Yes |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? |
Yes |
| Does this position require a P-Card? |
Yes |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? |
Yes |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? |
No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) |
Yes |
| Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website. |
| Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Provide administrative support for faculty and staff members.
- Process purchase orders, check requests, 4-H charges, and travel expense statements.
- Answer and direct phone calls, greet visitors, and serve as the unit's primary point of contact
- Maintain digital records.
- Review payroll for accuracy and process on a bi-weekly/monthly basis.
- Report mileage on departmental vehicles to satisfy vehicle reporting requirements.
- Complete and submit state equipment inventories.
- Assist Business Managers as needed.
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| Percentage of time |
85 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Maintain personnel databases and update listservs as employees are hired or terminated.
- Serve as departmental P-Card holder: submit pre-approvals, complete purchase transactions, reconcile monthly statements, and upload to Procurement.
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| Percentage of time |
10 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assist faculty and Senior Business Manager with special projects, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
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| Percentage of time |
5 |
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