Operations Admin Coordinator — Yard & Payroll Pro

gpaexternalcareers; Garden City, Savannah (GA, GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Ports Authority is seeking an Operations Administrative Coordinator to support container handling operations at Garden City Terminal. Responsibilities include clerical tasks, NAVIS order processing, and yard movement coordination, with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires data entry speed, proficiency in Word/Excel, and strong communication with GPA staff. Weekend and shift work may be required; familiarity with payroll processes is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to input large volumes of data accurately into GPA systems
• Type 35+ wpm and use the numeric keypad
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong professional communication with GPA staff and management
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, overtime; some telecommuting as needed

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties such as filing, inventory, and reception.
• Enter, verify, and process NAVIS orders from customer requests.
• Coordinate movement of containers within Garden City Terminal.
• Assist in payroll processing using the GPA ADP system and benefits.
• Provide training to administrative personnel as needed.
• Handle other duties as assigned and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

General office procedures

Data entry

Typing 35 wpm

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Weekend/holiday shift

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Four-year college degree (preferred)

Tools

NAVIS system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Georgia Ports Authority is seeking an Operations Administrative Coordinator to support container handling operations at Garden City Terminal. Responsibilities include clerical tasks, NAVIS order processing, and yard movement coordination, with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires data entry speed, proficiency in Word/Excel, and strong communication with GPA staff. Weekend and shift work may be required; familiarity with payroll processes is a plus.