Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Position Summary:

The Upward Bound Administrative Assistant supports program operations during the academic year and summer components by coordinating tutoring schedules, maintaining student and tutor records, and assisting with program planning. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with word processing, databases, office equipment, and social media platforms.

• Compose, edit, and proofread documents; attend and take minutes at staff meetings.
• Maintain and oversee the accuracy of three program electronic databases and hard‑copy files for federally funded grants used for reporting to the U.S. Department of Education.
• Schedule summer classes and coordinate clerical support for professional staff.
• Coordinate clerical support for professional staff, including receiving and screening mail and arranging meetings with UGA staff, faculty, and external partners.
• Organize workshops and conferences, prepare agendas, and follow up on action items.
• Assist with travel documents and participate in professional development and external committees.
• Manage office operations for three federally funded grants, including requisitioning materials, inventory, and budget control.

• Minimum:
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred:
  At least two years of experience; strong organizational, typing, computer, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Ability to work in an office environment, including prolonged computer use and occasionally lifting boxes of files.

Recruitment Contact: OSSA – Email: ossa

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.

Title:

Administrative Assistant

Employment Type:

Full Time (FTE 1.00)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm, occasional weekends and evenings.
Salary: $40,000+ (commensurate with experience).
Closing Date: 12/01/2025

Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.