Job Details
Posting Number: S15676P
Working Title: Administrative Specialist
Department: SPIA-Public Admin & Policy
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Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's 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 our newly established School of Medicine.
College/Unit/Department website: https://spia.uga.edu/departments-centers/padp/
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm in office.
Advertised Salary: $35,200 - $42,240
Posting Date: 08/28/2026
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 09/28/2026
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement: 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, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Classification Title: Department Assistant I
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent
Position Summary: The Department Assistant for the Department of Public Administration and Policy in the School of Public and International Affairs is the primary point of contact for the Department and works independently to oversee general operations. In addition, the Department Assistant coordinates faculty recruitment, special events, and internal and external communications (social media). The Department Assistant prepares and initiates departmental business processes that flow to SPIA's shared services business team. The Department Assistant reports directly to the Head of the Department of Public Administration and Policy.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
- Ability to analyze financial data.
- Ability to prepare financial statements and work independently to apply accounting practice and theory as it relates to higher education fiscal policies and processes.
- Ability to support budgeting, purchasing, and general administrative processes within the department.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively.
- Written and communication skills and great attention to detail.
- Sound judgement, discretion, and proven efficiency in handling complex and confidential issues independently.
- Effective multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with limited information and produce results for the execution of events.
- Advanced Microsoft Office application skills.
- Social media application skills.
- Canva and general design skills.
Physical Demands: Sitting, standing for long periods of time. Light lifting up to 30 pounds. Walking between buildings.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No
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?: No
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 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.
Duties/Responsibilities
Communications
- Update website and social media content periodically with news about alumni, faculty, and students. Take photos at events for use in advertising and social media.
- Create website material (student and faculty profiles, department activities and honors, etc.).
- Design program guides, brochures, and posters for programs.
- Collaborate with marketing team at the School level to execute promotions within strategic brand plan.
Percentage of time: 20
Project and Event Management
- Plan, implement, and execute event logistics for department events.
- Scheduling conference room and classroom spaces.
- Organize and book travel for guests, speakers, and candidates.
- Negotiate catering for events.
- Coordinate tasks to other PADP staff engaged in projects and events
Percentage of time: 20
Financial Support
- SPIA Business Team liaison for faculty purchasing and reimbursement expenditures and processes.
- Serve as Delegate in Financial Management System for faculty, staff, and guest reimbursements (travel and non-travel).
- Assists Department Head with maintenance of annual budget.
- Track departmental transactions and spending in accordance with annual budget.
- Department purchasing/ordering/invoicing
Percentage of time: 30
Administrative Support
- Serve as primary department contact in person, on phone, and via email and social media platforms.
- Provide administrative support for department head.
- Maintain departmental calendar of events.
- General office and departmental management (building, keys, mail, etc.).
- Supply and promotional item inventory maintenance
- Property control
- Building lock, alarms, after-hour access
Percentage of time: 30
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Hannah Cowart
Recruitment Contact Email: hrcowart@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: 706-542-2931
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