Elbert County Administrative Assistant

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant in Athens, GA. Responsibilities include assisting clientele with Extension resources and maintaining office operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

The position operates Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a salary of $36,000, commensurate with experience. The working location is in the Other North Georgia Area. Ensure compliance with Equal Opportunity standards while supporting staff and clientele.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain office hours to assist clientele and conduct operations.
• Assist clientele with access to Extension resources and services.
• Facilitate conference calls/video conferences to connect clientele.
• Maintain records for fiscal reporting and current financial records.
• Prepare accounting forms and reconcile local Extension budgets.
• Maintain office filing system and coordinate tasks with staff.
• Maintain office inventory of publications and supplies.
• Assist County Extension Coordinator with personnel procedures.
• Budget allocated funds and seek additional resources for programs.
• Conduct duties in accordance with Equal Opportunity Plan.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Elbert County Administrative Assistant – coordinates functions and operations with Extension staff, collaborates with all agents, and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director.

Responsibilities

• Maintain office hours to assist clientele and conduct day‑to‑day operations.
• Assist clientele with access to Extension resources and services, including printed publications, online content, other educational materials, and sample submission for all diagnostic services (e.g., soil and water tests, feed and animal waste analysis, radon testing).
• Facilitate conference calls/video conferences to connect clientele with County Agents or State Specialists.
• Maintain appropriate records for fiscal reporting and keep financial records current within the existing month.
• Prepare various accounting forms and exercise basic accounting responsibility in reconciling local Extension budgets.
• Maintain the office filing system and coordinate office tasks with other county staff as necessary.
• Maintain office inventory of publications, supplies, and materials.
• Assist County Extension Coordinator with personnel procedures.
• Budget allocated funds to keep equipment, supplies, travel expenses, and other program supports within limits and seek additional resources for programs.
• Perform specific tasks and assume leadership for certain program areas as directed by the District Extension Director or County Extension Coordinator.
• Conduct all duties in accordance with the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity Plan, ensuring assistance and materials are available to all people without regard to protected status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Employment Details

Full‑time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Salary: $36,000, commensurate with experience. Working location: Other North Georgia Area.

EEO 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 at [e-mail].