Administrative Specialist

Administrative Specialist

Position is located at Fort Benning Installation:
Directorate of Public Works, 6605 Meloy Dr, Fort Benning, GA 31905, Columbus Area.

This position provides complex administrative and secretarial support for the Institute of Government’s faculty and staff working onsite at Fort Benning, Georgia. The role involves coordinating day‑to‑day administrative operations, managing calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, and supporting general office functions. Additional responsibilities include organizing documentation, tracking reports, developing agendas, supporting meeting logistics, research, note‑taking, and drafting materials such as memos, summaries, and mass distribution emails.

• Coordinate day‑to‑day administrative operations, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, and supporting general office functions.
• Organize and maintain documentation, track reports, develop agendas, support meeting logistics, research, note‑taking, and draft materials such as memos, summaries, and mass distribution emails.
• Assist the Fort Benning Defense Community Resilience Program staff with installation and community project management tasks.
• Serve as point of contact for assigned programs, ensuring effective coordination, participant support, accurate tracking, maintain program records, support compliance requirements, and coordinate with external partners.
• Support project and event execution by coordinating logistics, attending meetings, documenting discussions and action items, assisting with site visits and data collection, and planning and coordinating meetings, training, and events.
• Provide administrative support to faculty and staff, including processing expense reports, coordinating travel, maintaining records, and supporting internal processes in accordance with UGA policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory and coordinate maintenance of Institute vehicles and equipment at Fort Benning.

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

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complex records, with strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe, and Quick Books.

• Lift/carry/move boxes or equipment up to 20‑35 lbs.
• Sit at computer for long periods of time.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, for positions with financial responsibilities, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may also be required for certain positions.

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, veteran status or other protected status.

Recruitment Contact:
Daniel Wyatt | Email:
Daniel.

Wyatt | Phone: (not provided)

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