Administrative Specialist II to Associate Dean Admissions

Administrative Specialist II to the Associate Dean for Admissions

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Posting Number: S14821P

Working Title:

Administrative Specialist II to the Associate Dean for Admissions
Department: SOM-Academic Affairs

Posting Type:
External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type:

Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Full/Part time – Full Time

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM (flexibility may be needed at times)
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Posting Date: 03/05/2026
Closing Date:
Proposed Starting Date: 05/01/2026
Open until filled:
Yes

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 university has more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and a commitment to higher education. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. The university has over 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. 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 the newly established School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia School of Medicine was founded in 2024 and received preliminary accreditation in 2026. The establishment of a new public medical school at UGA addresses a significant shortage of medical professionals in Georgia. The school is located on UGA’s Health Sciences Campus in Athens. In its inaugural year, the UGA School of Medicine will enroll 60 students per class and will grow to 120 students per class with a new $100 million building.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

• Bachelor’s degree OR an equivalent combination of professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support in a complex organizational setting.
• Advanced proficiency with productivity tools and software (Microsoft Office 365, Teams, SharePoint, calendaring tools).

The Administrative Specialist II to the Associate Dean for Admissions provides high-level administrative, operational, and project coordination support to the Associate Dean and serves as a central administrative resource for the Offices of Admissions at the University of Georgia School of Medicine. This role manages complex scheduling, communications, and workflow for the Associate Dean, supports cross‑functional coordination among enrollment-related offices, and provides direct administrative support to the School of Medicine Admissions Committee, including preparing agendas, coordinating meetings, taking and maintaining official minutes, tracking action items, and ensuring proper documentation and records management.

The role is also the primary point of contact for phone and email inquiries, providing initial response, triage, and coordination to ensure timely and accurate communication. The position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced academic medical environment.

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