Administrative Assistant II

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Resident Life

Job Summary

Performs a variety of administrative and staff support duties for an office, department, college, or unit, which require a range of skills and a knowledge of the policies and procedures of the department, college and university as well as a high level of technical skill. Duties must be performed independently and may include secretarial, data entry, accounting, financial, print, library, and payroll.

May provide direct administrative support to one or more employees at the level of associate director, department chair, assistant dean, registrar, or above.

Responsibilities

* Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

* Coordinates and performs a range of staff and/or operational support activities for the unit; serves as a liaison with other departments and operating units in the resolution of day-to-day administrative and operational problems

* Posts, balances, monitors, and reconciles internal department/division monthly ledgers, budgets, and financial reporting system reports; may prepare drafts of budget planning documents; may manage petty cash disbursements and reconciliations

* Establishes, maintains, and updates files, databases, records, and/or other documents; develops and maintains data, and performs routine analyses and calculations in the processing of data for recurring internal reports

* Schedules and coordinates meetings, events, interviews, appointments, and/or other similar activities for supervisors, which may include coordinating travel and lodging arrangements

* Prepares or assists with the preparation of scheduled and/or ad hoc statistical and narrative reports; performs basic information gathering and analysis and/or forecasting, as specifically directed

* Assists unit management and staff in problem-solving, project planning, and development and execution of stated goals and objectives

* Leads and trains lower graded staff and/or student employees, as required

* Requisition s supplies, printing, maintenance, and other services

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

* High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

* One (1) to three (3) years of related work experience

Proposed Salary

$19.15 - $23.97 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

* Resume

* Cover Letter

* Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

* Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

* Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

* Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

* Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

* Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

February 2, 2026

Application review may begin as early as January 5, 2026.

Contact Information

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