Administrative Associate II

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Monday - Friday, typically 8:00-5:00

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High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

As an employee of the Child Development Lab at the McPhaul Center, you are expected to demonstrate a high level of professionalism in the workplace. Professionalism encompasses a commitment to excellence, honesty, integrity, respect for others, dedication and responsibility. Overall, professionalism is both an attitude and a lifestyle for the workplace, from the way we answer the phone to the way we build relationships with children, parents, students, and co-workers. It is a set of standards and values we uphold everyday and it is demonstrated in the way we work, the care we give and the contributions we make to society through the quality care for children. It is the foundation upon which we establish dependability and communicate competence within our work environments.

This position involves the coordination and implementation of administrative services. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to processing hiring proposals and working within UGAJobs, assisting with financial and accounting paperwork and regular bills, bookkeeping/budgeting, typing/copying, and assisting in maintaining current and accurate files on students and personnel at the Child Development Lab. This position requires attendance at monthly staff meetings and assistance to faculty in the Houses in the event that their administrative assistants are not available or if someone needs assistance.

Ability to sit at computer for long periods, lift up to 40 lbs and climb stairs. The position also controls locked front doors and would need to be up and down through out day.

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.

Financial Operations for Child Development Lab at the McPhaul Center, and additional Foundation accounts and/or grants

Accounts Receivable

Planning and Organization
Organize work and utilize time and resources effectively to accomplish the tasks assigned