Operation's Specialist - Part Time

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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta with nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 “high research” university, it serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and 106 nations.

Job : 293472

Location: Georgia Southern – Armstrong Campus, Savannah, GA

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

The Operations Specialist (Part-Time) provides essential operational and administrative support for Continuing and Professional Education programs, focusing on daily program workflows and serving as the after-hours staff presence for evening classes and events.

This is a 20-hour non-benefited position.

• Prepares and submits routine financial documents, including purchase orders, check requests, and vendor paperwork
• Tracks required documentation for programs and events
• Enters and maintains program and event data in systems such as Enrole and Smartsheet, including budget linking and section setup using provided templates
• Runs and updates weekly progress reports for programs and events, including paid/unpaid status and collection of outstanding paperwork
• Supports program and event execution by preparing materials, signage, and classroom or meeting space setups as directed by the Coordinator
• Serves as the on-site staff presence during select evening programs and events, opening and securing rooms, greeting instructors, facilitators, or participants, and monitoring facility readiness
• Follows established checklists and procedures to ensure consistent, accurate completion of daily and weekly tasks related to programs and events
• Communicates any issues, facility concerns, or needs related to programs and events to the Coordinator or Business Manager promptly, following established escalation protocols

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is required

Required Experience:

• One to two years of administrative, office support, customer service, or related experience

• Some college coursework or an associate degree in business, office administration, or a related field
• Experience with data entry or document tracking
• Experience with purchase orders, vendor forms, or similar processes
• Experience supporting programs, events, or classes
• Experience in higher education or professional training environments

Proposed Salary: $18.12 - $22.21 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Schedule of Availability
• Two (2) Professional References

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to follow procedures and work independently during evening hours
• Professional handling of routine issues, inquiries, and confidential information
• Ability to adapt to changing program needs, including basic room or classroom setup

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• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check and a satisfactory credit check.
• Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
• Offers are made subject to applicable federal and state laws, the University System of Georgia statutes, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
• Applicants must be able to perform duties and…