Elbert County Administrative Assistant

About the role

The Elbert County Administrative Assistant position plays a crucial role in coordinating functions and operations with Extension staff and Program Assistants. This position works cooperatively with all Agents and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director.

Responsibilities

• Maintain office hours to assist clientele and conduct day-to-day operations.
• Affiliate clientele with Extension resources and services including: printed publications, online content, other educational materials, and sample submission for all diagnostic services (e.g. soil and water tests, feed and animal waste analysis, radon testing).
• Facilitate conference calls/video conferences to connect clientele with County Agents from other counties or with State Specialists.
• Maintain appropriate records for fiscal reporting.
• Prepare various accounting forms and exercise basic accounting responsibility in reconciling local Extension budgets.
• Keep financial records current within the existing month.
• Maintain the office filing system in a manner that corresponds with the standard for all Extension offices and coordinate office tasks with other county staff as necessary.
• Maintain office inventory of publications, office supplies and materials as needed.
• Affiliate with County Extension Coordinator with personnel procedures.
• Maintain consistent and effective work habits to make efficient use of time and resources.
• Budget allocated funds so that equipment, supplies, travel expenses, and other program supports are within limits and seek additional resources for programs.
• Perform specific tasks and assume leadership for certain program areas as specified by the District Extension Director or County Extension Coordinator.
• Conduct all duties in accordance with The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity plan that ensures all educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Demonstrate considerable knowledge of business grammar and punctuation;
• Office procedures and systems;
• Current effective and efficient office practices.

Physical Demands

• Office work;
• Lift up to 25 pounds;
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants that apply by July 20, 2026 will be fully considered.

Location of Vacancy

Other North Georgia Area

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.

Advertised Salary

$36,000, Commensurate with Experience

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 07/19/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional information about the credit check criteria can be found on the UGA Credit Background Check website. 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.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Name: Robyn Stewart
Recruitment Contact Email: rlstew2@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: [Not provided]

Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Letters of Recommendation

Position Information

• Classification Title: Secretary I
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00