The University of Georgia · 4 months ago
Candler County Administrative Assistant
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$36K/yr - $36K/yrThe University of Georgia is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to higher education and excellence. They are seeking a Candler County Administrative Assistant responsible for various general office tasks, including maintaining records, assisting with personnel procedures, and coordinating office functions with Extension staff.
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Responsibilities
Maintain office hours to assist County Extension Coordinator, county staff, and clientele by conducting day-to-day operations, such as: maintain appropriate records for fiscal reporting
Prepare various accounting forms and exercise basic accounting responsibility in reconciling local Extension budgets and keep financial records current within existing month in a manner that corresponds with the standard for all University of Georgia Cooperative Extension offices
Maintains office filing system
Coordinate office tasks with other county staff as necessary
Assist County Extension Coordinator with personnel procedures, monthly leave reports, performance reviews, contact with General Assembly monthly reports, staff meeting minutes, and when necessary Serious Incident Reports and/or Workman’s Compensation Reports
Complete County Information reports to District Office annually, and when necessary Memorandums of Understanding between CAES Cooperative Extension and county Boards of Commissioners or Education
Budget allocated funds so that equipment, supplies, travel expenses, and other program supports are within limits and seek additional resources for programs
Conduct all duties in accordance with UGA Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity regulations that ensures all educational programs, assistance, and materials are provided to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status
Demonstrate personal interest and involvement in local community by joining local civic organizations (or supporting their efforts) and networking with community leaders
Maintain office inventory of office supplies, and materials as needed
Handle emails and mail correspondence in timely manner
Assist clientele with access to Extension resources and services, including: printed publications, on-line content, other educational materials, and sample submission for all diagnostic services (e.g. soil and water testing, feed and animal waste analysis, radon testing)
Maintain postage meter according to budget and federal regulations
Facilitate conference calls to connect clientele with county agents from other counties or districts, and/or with state specialists
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrates considerable knowledge of business grammar and punctuation, office procedures and systems, and current effective and efficient office practices
Skilled in operating a variety of office equipment such as computer, fax, scanner, typewriter, mimeograph, copier, and telephone
Proficient in current word processing and data management and accounting software programs (i.e., QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
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
Some medium lifting; sitting for long periods of time
Driving as needed to perform job duties
Valid Driver's license
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
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