Executive Assistant to the Director

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 3,100 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 formed School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA's mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

40.0 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

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).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at 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.

This position is an integral part of the administrative team of the Director's Office of the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. Will communicate clearly and professionally in-person, by phone and in writing. Should possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others within the Georgia Center, university and external community. This position involves flexibility to changing work duties and ability to be a self-starter. Strong writing skills: content creation, able to write business letters, notes, and minutes. Will summarize information concisely, exercising good judgement about what is important. Excellent proof-reading ability. Strong organization skills. Strong web research skills. Strong time management skills and ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and prioritize. Will maintain high level of confidentiality.

1. Prior administrative duties at a high level

2. Advanced Microsoft skills including:

Sit at a desk for extended periods of time utilizing a computer and/or phone, some standing and occasional lifting.

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.

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.

Manage daily administrative functions of the Director's Office. The Director's Office consists of the Director of the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel and the Deputy Director of the Georgia Center. Support upon request from the Associate Director of Finance & Administration.

Coordinate administrative functions between the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel and the Office of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach.

Assist with the fiscal affairs of the Director's Office

Act as liaison to resolve problems that occur within the Georgia Center.

Participate in the training of new administrative support hires.