Administrative Assistant - Tifton

Position: Administrative Assistant I- Tifton

Posting Number
: S14522P

Working Title
:
Administrative Assistant I - Tifton

Department
: CAES-Tifton Campus

Posting Type
:
External

Employment Type
:
Employee (Full Time)

Benefits Eligibility
:
Benefits Eligible

Schedule
:
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Seniority Level
:
Entry level

Job Function
:
Administrative

Industries
:
Online Audio and Video Media

Advertised Salary
:
Commensurate with education and experience

Posting Date
: 12/18/2025

Closing Date
: 06/30/2026

Proposed Starting Date
: 02/01/2026

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.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year or more of administrative experience in a higher education or university setting

• A strong understanding of office procedures and student services processes

• Experience with “Reconcile” and data management systems

• Excellent customer service skills, both verbal and written

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

Physical Demands

• Lift lightweight materials
• Sit at a desk the majority of the work day
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Duties/Responsibilities (85%)

• 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.

Duties/Responsibilities (10%)

• 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.

Duties/Responsibilities (5%)

• Assist faculty and Senior Business Manager with special projects, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Contact Details

Recruitment Contact Name
:
Michelle Pitts

Recruitment Contact Email
: mpitts

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).

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating 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.

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