Gordon County Administrative Assistant

Gordon County Administrative Assistant

Posting Number: S14774P

Position Title:

Administrative Assistant (I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00)
Department: CAES-Northwest District CES
Posting Type:
External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Work Schedule:

M-F, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with occasional night/weekend events & travel
Advertised Salary: $36,000, commensurate with experience
Posting Date: 02/26/2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Proposed Starting Date: 04/12/2026

The County Extension Administrative Assistant is a non‑exempt professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension responsible for handling the many resources offered by the Extension office. The incumbent manages administrative duties, develops techniques and procedures as appropriate, and works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff. The position is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Office and communication skills.
• Proficiency in typing, filing, and computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, and Quick Books.
• Ability to communicate professionally with varied clients and stakeholders, including management, staff, youth, and other clients.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Exhibits high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits. Possesses necessary personal skills to perform public relations responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele.
• Work in this occupation is by nature a combination of office and field work.

• Some light lifting.
• Some degree of physical activity (e.g., handling samples, demonstration materials, and audio‑video equipment).
• Sitting for extended periods of time at a computer or office role.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

• Maintain office hours to assist clientele and conduct day‑to‑day operations.
• Assist clientele with access to Extension resources and services, including printed publications, online content, other educational materials, and sample submission for all diagnostic services (e.g., soil and water tests, feed and animal waste analysis, radon testing).
• Facilitate conference calls/video conferences to connect clientele with County Agents from other counties or with State Specialists.
• Maintain appropriate records for fiscal reporting and prepare various accounting forms, exercising basic accounting responsibility in reconciling local Extension budgets.
• Keep financial records current within the existing month.
• Maintain the office filing system in a manner that corresponds with the standard for all Extension offices and coordinate office tasks with other county staff as necessary.
• Maintain office inventory of publications, office supplies, and materials as needed.
• Perform specific tasks and assume leadership for certain program areas as specified by the District Extension Director or County Extension Coordinator.
• Conduct all duties in accordance with The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 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)? No

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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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history (including reference checks), and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

Recruitment Contact Name: Tracy Gauge
Recruitment Contact Email: nwdist
Recruitment Contact Phone: (phone number not provided)

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents:

• Unofficial Letters of Recommendation
• Certification
• Other Documents #1