Administrative Associate

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Posting Details Posting Number S16045P Working Title Administrative Associate I Department Grady-Journalism Department About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (
https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./ ). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website / Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Typical, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm, in person. Advertised Salary $35,200 - $46,464 Posting Date 12/01/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area 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 (
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USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .

Position Information Classification Title Administrative Assistant II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary This position serves as the public face of the Department of Journalism and the central hub of support for faculty and students.

Some courses in the Journalism major are taken with permission of department ( POD ), and employee assigns the PODs and works with academic advisors to place students in classes.

Within this positon, the employee schedules faculty teaching times and rooms and supports the department head by helping to prepare administrative documents, to organize special projects, to facilitate the review process for promotion and tenure, and to coordinate internship-for-credit materials. Employee handles…