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Meriwether County Administrative Assistant

$55k-72k (estimate)

Full Time | Colleges & Universities 1 Month Ago

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University of Georgia is Hiring a Meriwether County Administrative Assistant Near Athens, GA

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Posting Number	S11234P
Working Title	Meriwether County Administrative Assistant
Department	CAES-Northwest District CES
About the University of Georgia	Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department	UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based agricultural information to the people of Georgia. County agents and specialists throughout the state share information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness, and life skills. County agents provide soil and water test kits and instruction, advice on safe pesticide use, publications, computer programs, and lessons in consumer skills to improve Georgians' quality of life. They are the local experts in food safety, proper eating habits, child safety, and parenting. UGA Extension coordinates 4-H, Georgia's largest youth program. Each year, almost 200,000 young Georgians participate in community projects, summer camps, and conferences on today's issues while having fun and learning to work together. The leadership skills and values they learn in 4-H last a lifetime. UGA Extension reaches more than 2.6 million Georgians through education programs each year. Millions more rely on UGA Extension's publications, educational news articles, and public television programming for advice and information.
College/Unit/Department website	https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/meriwether.html
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Additional Schedule Information	M-F 8am - 5pm with occasional night/weekend events & travel
Advertised Salary	34,500.00
Posting Date	03/28/2024
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	05/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Other Middle Georgia Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Information

Preferred Qualifications
Classification Title	Office/Clerical Assistant
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Position Summary	The Meriwether County Extension administrative assistant position is a non-exempt professional staff role within UGA Extension responsible for handling the many resources offered by the extension office. A certain level of independent judgment is necessary to effectively carry out the duties of the job and the incumbent is needed to manage administrative duties by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate. The incumbent works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Good communication skills to answer the telephone and greet the public. Learn about all of the services and resources available to county Extension clientele and assist clientele with access to these services and resources. Proficiency in current word processing and data management and accounting software programs (e.g. QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Physical Demands	Sit at a desk and computer for long periods of time. Light lifting. Light physical activity (e.g. handling animals, demonstration materials, and audio-video equipment). Driving for work-related duties.
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
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website.

Duties/Responsibilities

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.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Maintain appropriate records for fiscal reporting.
Prepare various accounting forms and exercise 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.

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Duties/Responsibilities	Assist County Extension Coordinator with personnel procedures. Maintain consistent and effective work habits to make efficient use of time and resources. Budget allocated funds so that equipment, supplies, travel expenses, and other program supports are within limits and seek additional resources for programs.
Percentage of time	30

Duties/Responsibilities

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 that ensures all educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status.
Other duties as assigned.

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Colleges & Universities

SALARY

$55k-72k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/04/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

05/29/2024

WEBSITE

uga.edu

HEADQUARTERS

ATHENS, GA

SIZE

15,000 - 50,000

FOUNDED

2012

CEO

JERE MOREHEAD

REVENUE

$1B - $3B

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Founded in 1785, the University of Georgia is the nations first state chartered university and the birthplace of American public higher education. The College of Engineering is proud to be a part of UGAs distinguished heritage as well as a dynamic part of the Universitys future. Bulldog Engineers can choose from 15 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in agricultural, biochemical, biological, civil, computer systems, electrical, environmental and mechanical engineering. In addition, the college offers several unique dual degree programs including an engineering/MBA dual degree. The Colle...ge of Engineering is one of the fastest growing programs at UGA and one of the fastest growing public colleges of engineering in the nation. Students and faculty alike are attracted to our setting in a comprehensive, land-grant, research institution thats consistently ranked among the 20 best public universities in the nation. More
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