Administrative Support Professional

About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia, chartered in 1785, is the state’s flagship university located in Athens, Georgia. With over 41,000 students and more than 3,100 faculty, UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities nationally.

• Posting Number: S14492P
• Working Title:
  
  Administrative Support Professional (Administrative Assistant II)
• Department: COE-Kinesiology
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee – Full Time
• Position:
  Administrative Assistant II (Non‑Exempt)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting Date: 12/11/2025
• Proposed Starting Date: 02/23/2026
• Location:
  
  Athens Area
• Benefits Eligible
• Retirement Plan: TRS
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes

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.

This position provides administrative and operational support for departmental programs, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include clerical tasks, communication support, record‑keeping, and assistance with events and daily operations. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and visitors.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard office systems
• Customer‑service focused

• Order and maintain office and lab supplies and assist faculty, staff, and graduate students with related requests.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and shipments.
• Maintain inventory of keys and access items and coordinate with campus partners when replacements are needed.
• Serve as departmental liaison for parking-related requests.
• Provide administrative support for workshops, clinics, and other departmental activities.
• Record meeting notes for departmental meetings when needed.
• Assist with reserving rooms and departmental spaces through university scheduling systems.
• Maintain and update departmental signage, nameplates, and displays.
• Participate in cross‑training to provide support for inventory, fee spending, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), syllabi processes, and similar functions.

• Assist with processing payments or documentation for visitors or special guests as needed.
• Assist program coordinators with routine tasks such as materials preparation, ordering items, or coordinating activities.

• Assist with routine purchasing and financial processes for departmental activities.
• Help maintain financial records and reconcile payments as directed.
• Assist with processing incoming payments and deposits through appropriate university systems.
• Support account setup and payment processes for research participants and other departmental needs.

• Serve as initial point of contact for visitors and callers and provide general front desk support.
• Provide telephone reception and assist with routine inquiries as needed.
• Offer customer service and administrative support to internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist with planning and coordinating departmental events, including scheduling venues, supporting travel arrangements, and helping with logistics.
• Submit event‑related invoices and documentation for processing.
• Assist with ordering recognition items or materials for events as needed.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Jessica Smith

Recruitment Contact Email: jabsmith

Recruitment Contact Phone: