Posting Number | S11234P |
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Working Title | Meriwether County Administrative Assistant |
Department | CAES-Northwest District CES |
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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 | UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based agricultural information to the people of Georgia. County agents and specialists throughout the state share information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness, and life skills. County agents provide soil and water test kits and instruction, advice on safe pesticide use, publications, computer programs, and lessons in consumer skills to improve Georgians' quality of life. They are the local experts in food safety, proper eating habits, child safety, and parenting. UGA Extension coordinates 4-H, Georgia's largest youth program. Each year, almost 200,000 young Georgians participate in community projects, summer camps, and conferences on today's issues while having fun and learning to work together. The leadership skills and values they learn in 4-H last a lifetime. UGA Extension reaches more than 2.6 million Georgians through education programs each year. Millions more rely on UGA Extension's publications, educational news articles, and public television programming for advice and information. |
College/Unit/Department website | https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/meriwether.html |
Posting Type | External |
Retirement Plan | TRS |
Employment Type | Employee |
Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
Full/Part time | Full Time |
Work Schedule | |
Additional Schedule Information | M-F 8am - 5pm with occasional night/weekend events & travel |
Advertised Salary | 34,500.00 |
Posting Date | 03/28/2024 |
Open until filled | Yes |
Closing Date | |
Proposed Starting Date | 05/01/2024 |
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Location of Vacancy | Other Middle Georgia Area |
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). |
Classification Title | Office/Clerical Assistant |
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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. |
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Position Summary | The Meriwether County Extension administrative assistant position is a non-exempt professional staff role within UGA Extension responsible for handling the many resources offered by the extension office. A certain level of independent judgment is necessary to effectively carry out the duties of the job and the incumbent is needed to manage administrative duties by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate. The incumbent works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director. |
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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) | No |
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 UGA Credit Background Check website. |
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 UGA Background Check website. |
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Percentage of time | 30 |
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Percentage of time | 10 |