Part-Time Columbia County -H Administrative Assistant

Posting Number: S15976P

Working Title:

Part-Time Columbia County 4-H Administrative Assistant

Department: CAES-Northeast District CES

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Additional Schedule Information: 21.5 hrs. per week to be set by supervisor

Advertised Salary: $16.923 per hour

Posting Date: 10/28/2026

Open until filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 12/06/2026

Location of Vacancy: NE District

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Classification

Title:

Administrative Assistant I

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.5375

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary:

This Columbia County Extension position is a regular (non-temporary) non-exempt professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension responsible for handling the many resources offered by the Extension office. A level of independent judgment is necessary to effectively carry out the duties of the job and the incumbent is needed to manage administrative duties by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate. This role works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator.

• Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Quick Books knowledge (UGA has excellent training for these important programs).
• Knowledge of 4-H programs and Ag-related information.

• Light office lifting, some 4-H project lifting.
• May be asked to assist with livestock projects.
• Some standing and/or sitting for various lengths of time.
• Driving to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? Yes

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website
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