Operations Specialist

Operations Specialist I

Location:

Athens, Georgia (Athens Area). Salary: $40,000 (advertised). Employment:
Full Time (8am–5pm). Posting Number: S15263P.

Employment Type:

Employee. FLSA non-exempt. FTE 1.00. Open until filled.

This is the second in a series of three non-exempt Operations Specialist positions. A specialized position that coordinates and performs aspects of the financial cycle. The purpose is to process the University’s financial operations as well as departmental operations.

• Minimum:
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred:
  Considerable knowledge of bookkeeping and business principles.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software and mainframe computer systems.
• Strong communication skills.

• Audit financial documentation for approvals, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory entities – 45% of time.
• Accurately input data into the financial accounting system – 25% of time.
• Customer service: respond to inquiries from internal and external customers – 16% of time.
• Review and verify financial documentation – 10% of time.
• Generate QMF queries – 2% of time.
• Prepare journal vouchers – 2% of time.

• Sit and work at computer for extended amounts of time.
• No driving responsibility.
• No Position of Trust.
• No operation, access, or control of financial resources.
• No P‑Card required.
• No direct interaction with children under 18 or direct patient care.
• No security access to public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or chemicals/medications.

A credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For more information, see the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

Recruitment Contact:
Andre Simmons
Email: asimmons
Phone: 706‑542‑6921

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.