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Posting Number : S13953P

Working Title :

Part-Time Business Operations Assistant

Department : CAES-Entomology

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 3,100 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.

Posting Type : External

Retirement Plan : Employment Type :

Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time : Part Time

Additional Schedule Information :

20 hours per week

Advertised Salary :

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date : 08 / 01 / 2025

Open until filled :

Proposed Starting Date :

08 / 18 / 2025

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 ).

USG Core Values Statement :

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 .

Classification Title :

Business Operations Paraprofessional / Professional

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE : 0.50

Minimum Qualifications :

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education / experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary :

This position performs a wide variety of fiscal and clerical duties for the Department of Entomology. Financial duties consist of departmental purchasing, payment requests, reconciling purchase orders, expense requests, and payment requests, and preparing journal entries and budget journals. HR / payroll duties include time and absence approver for the department and ensuring payroll is submitted and approved by the appointed deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels; exercising tact, confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness.
• Coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Act independently and exercise sound judgment with sensitivity to identify matters that necessitate higher-level management consultation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Solid knowledge of processes, protocols, and procedures with a focus on travel and procurement rules and regulations.

Physical Demands :

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Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Does this position require a P-Card? :

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Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

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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Contact Details :

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Misty McGraw

Recruitment Contact Email :

mistym@uga.edu