Professional Education Worker - Central Office - Decatur, GA (ADM)

State of Georgia; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking a Professional Education Worker in Decatur, GA (ADM) for part-time, hourly work (<30 hours/week). The role involves administrative, clerical, and general bookkeeping duties for federal grants, with emphasis on creating reports and maintaining ledgers.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree and 2 years’ bookkeeping experience; preference for 3 years in bookkeeping/office management and grants, plus strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is an internal/external posting within the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from an accredited college in related field AND 2 years’ experience related to bookkeeping (minimum).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the creation of all reports, records, and other paperwork as assigned by the District, the Agency, the Georgia Department of Education, and the Federal Government.
• Keeps the supervisor informed and works cooperatively with all other staff in school, District, and Agency-related matters.
• Maintains subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting transactions.
• Balances subsidiary accounts by reconciling entries.
• Maintains general ledger by transferring subsidiary account summaries and preparing a trial balance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Professional Education Worker - Central Office - Decatur, GA (ADM)Agency:Department of Juvenile JusticeJob Requisition ID:JR0000007299Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:$25.00 HOURLYJob Description:Please Note: This position is scheduled to close at 12:00 a.m. on the closing date listed above. Applications must be submitted before that time to be considered.Job Summary:This is hourly paid work performing administrative, clerical, and general bookkeeping duties for federal grants. This position is part-time and requires less than 30 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Assists in the creation of all reports, records, and other paperwork as assigned by the District, the Agency, the Georgia Department of Education, and the Federal Government, and other paperwork that may be appropriate to the District’s administration.Keeps the supervisor informed and works cooperatively with all other staff in school, District, and Agency-related matters.Maintains a positive, collaborative, and mutually supportive working relationship with community agencies, parents, students, and Agency, District, and school staff.Develops system of account for financial transactions by establishing a chart of accounts; defining bookkeeping policies and proceduresMaintains subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting transactionsBalances subsidiary accounts by reconciling entriesMaintains general ledger by transferring subsidiary account summariesBalances general ledger by preparing a trial balance; reconciling entriesMaintains historical records by filing documentsPrepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information and trendsComplies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying requirements; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing reports; advising management on needed itemsContributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededContinues to grow professionally through research, study, and collaboration with colleagues.Performs other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Associates Degree from an accredited college in related field AND 2 years’ experience related to bookkeepingPreferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess the following:Three (3) years of experience in bookkeeping and/or office management and grantsOne (1) year of working with school district policies and practicesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft OfficeBachelor’s degree in related fieldBenefits:In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefitsTHIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENTTHIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLEPLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinimum Qualifications:Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.