Forsyth County Administrative Assistant

About the role

The County Extension Administrative Assistant position is a non-exempt professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension. This role is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Maintain office hours to assist clientele and conduct day to day operations.
• Aid clientele with access to 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.
• Assist clientele with access to 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).
• 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Summary: Preferred Qualifications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:
  • Office and communication skills.
  • Proficient in typing, filing, and computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, and QuickBooks.
  • Ability to communicate professionally to varied clients and stakeholders including management, staff, youth, and other clients.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Exhibits high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance and work habits.
  • Possesses necessary personal skills to perform public relations responsibilities effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district and state staff, local government employees and clientele.
• Physical Demands: Some light lifting. Some degree of physical activity for this position (e.g. handling samples, demonstration materials, and audio-video equipment). Sitting for extended periods of time at a computer or office role. Driving. 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.

Benefits

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 $36,000, Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 05/21/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 07/05/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Atlanta 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). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Pay

Advertised Salary $36,000, Commensurate with Experience

Schedule

M-F, 8am – 5pm with occasional night/weekend events & travel