ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE I - FORTSON
Athens, GA 
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Posting Details
Posting Details

Posting Number S11985P
Working Title ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE I - FORTSON
Department CAES-Fortson 4-H Center
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Typically Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, may be necessary for some evenings and weekends, if needed.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date 04/23/2024
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 05/13/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Fortson 4-H Center - Hampton
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information

Classification Title Office/Clerical Assistant
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
Highly responsible position performing administrative support functions for the Fortson 4-H Center. Responsibilities include support of the overall 4-H mission with focus on the 4-H environmental education and 4-H summer camp programs. This position regularly interacts with children, individually and in large groups. http://caes2.caes.uga.edu/georgia4h/fortson/
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  • Considerable knowledge of office practices, procedures, systems, and equipment.
  • Ability to maintain administrative, fiscal and guest records and to prepare reports and answer questions from such records.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, students and associates and to effectively convey information.
  • Extensive knowledge of computer software including Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and website maintenance software.
  • Enjoy working and interacting with the public, school teachers, vendors and University personnel as well as target youth audience.
  • Ability to understand and answer questions about Fortson's core programs (Georgia 4-H Environmental Education and Summer Camp Programs).
Physical Demands
  • Prolonged sitting at desk during course of day.
  • Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
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? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the .
Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Maintains fiscal records using an Access-based computer spreadsheet program, prepares check requests, receives and deposits monies and prepares fiscal reports.
  • Coordinates weekly user fee bank deposits and reconciles bank statements monthly.
  • Assist in operation of Canteen with depositing monies and reconciling accounts.
  • Takes payments, check, cash, credit card (in-person and over phone) and reconciles group accounts.
Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Serves as first contact person for Fortson 4-H Center by receiving deliveries, answering phones, and greeting customers and guests and answering their questions as able.
  • Prepares correspondence, maintains records and files, and prepares reports and other general office duties.
Percentage of time 25
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Enters reservation information into Fortson 4-H Center computer reservation system to generate contracts, maintains paper folders for different user groups, and communicates directly with user groups as needed.
Percentage of time 15
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Handles and maintains all paperwork pertaining to personnel (hiring, termination, separation, transfer, leave request, etc.).
Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Performs other 4-H Center support work as required including help with food service, facility cleaning between groups, janitorial and landscaping support depending on facility calendar.
  • Assists with managing 4-H Center web sites.
Percentage of time 20

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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