Administrative Assistant - Tifton

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.

• 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 and personnel databases; update listservs as employees are hired or terminated.
• Review payroll for accuracy and process bi‑weekly or monthly payroll.
• Report mileage on departmental vehicles and submit state equipment inventories.
• Serve as departmental P‑Card holder: submit pre‑approvals, complete purchase transactions, reconcile monthly statements, and upload to Procurement.
• Assist Business Managers and Senior Business Manager with special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliability and strong time‑management skills.
• Problem‑solving, initiative, and motivation.
• Teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent work ethic.

None specified.

• Lifting lightweight materials.
• Prolonged sitting at a desk.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Classification:
Administrative Assistant I, FLSA Non‑Exempt, FTE 1.00.

Employment Type:

Full‑Time.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience.

Posting Date: 12/18/2025. Open until filled. Proposed Starting Date: 02/01/2026.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please include a list of at least three references.

Credit check required. For criteria, visit UGA Credit Background Check website. Background investigation includes criminal background check, employment history confirmation, and possibly a satisfactory credit check. Pre‑employment drug test may be required for high‑risk responsibilities. Visit UGA Background Check website.

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.

Recruitment Contact:
Michelle Pitts

Email: mpitts

Phone: (phone number not provided)

Required Documents:

Optional Documents:
None specified.