Administrative Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S14372P Working Title Administrative Specialist Department PSO-Cont Ed-Business Admin About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About

the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA's mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

College/Unit/Department

website http:// Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm

Advertised Salary $40,000 - $46,000 (Commensurate with Experience) Posting Date 11/11/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

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, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https:///C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title Payroll Technician II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The Administrative Specialist at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel supports both human resources and finance functions. This position is primarily responsible for all payroll functions and managing all transactions in UGA's payroll management system. They also assist with accounts payable and financial reporting duties. This role manages a wide variety of transactional activities to ensure the timely and accurate completion of many key business operations within the Georgia Center.

Knowledge,

Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong Excel skills.
• Critical thinking skills and effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent work standards exhibiting accuracy and timeliness.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Provide confidentiality and security related to sensitive information.
• Ability to learn new software.
• Ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and adapt to on-going changes within human resources area.
• Basic accounting skills and principles.
• Basic understanding of UGA policies and procedures.
• Ability to pass background check to serve as P-Card Cardholder.

Physical Demands

Sit for long hours and work in front of computer.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No 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? Yes Is having a P-Card an essential function of this…