Administrative Specialist - Food Science & Technology

Posting Number : S14221P

Working Title :

Administrative Specialist - Food Science & Technology

Department :

CAES-Food Science & Technology

About the University of Georgia :

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department :

The Department of Food Science and Technology in Athens, Georgia occupies a three-story building on the south campus of the University of Georgia. It contains classrooms, teaching and research laboratories, pilot plants with food processing equipment, and a computer center for student use. A building addition allows for advanced food safety work and facilities for conducting food industry workshops. The department also has research facilities in Griffin, Georgia.

We offer programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. During the first two years of the food science bachelor’s program, students take courses in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, physics, mathematics, and statistics, and then complete their work in food chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, product development and processing.

Food Science and Technology faculty have expertise in the basic sciences, food science, and food technology. Faculty members teach and serve as academic advisers to both undergraduate and graduate students. In addition, faculty members conduct food science research to improve food quality and availability, enhance economic development, prevent food borne diseases, and improve process efficiency while limiting environmental impact.

College / Unit / Department website :

https : / / foodscience.caes.uga.edu /

Posting Type : External

Retirement Plan : TRS

Employment Type : Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time : Full Time

Additional Schedule Information :

Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm with occasional overtime hours.

Advertised Salary :

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date : 10 / 21 / 2025

Open until filled : Yes

Proposed Starting Date :

11 / 02 / 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 :

Administrative Assistant I

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE : 1.00

Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary :

The Department of Food Science and Technology is a multi-disciplinary department supporting research, teaching, and Extension programs on the Athens and Griffin campuses. This position serves as the assistant to the Department Head (DH) and is responsible for supporting day-to-day administration of the department. This role is critical to provide consistent support to the Head of the Department as well as to other faculty, staff, and students.This position will :

• Handle all the departmental correspondence to upper administration, food industry, and alumni.
• Manage the main office, handle course loading and process overrides, curriculum / CAPA, course evaluations, and personnel record keeping.
• Provide support for faculty correspondence, event scheduling, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide administrative assistance with faculty appointments, graduate faculty appointments and re-appointments, promotion / tenure, 3rd year reviews, post-tenure reviews, and scheduling of faculty interviews.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Physical Demands :

Sit at a computer for long periods. Lift 20 lbs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

No

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Yes

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

No

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? :

No

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

Yes

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 .

Duties / Responsibilities :

Human Resources and Departmental Operations

Percentage of time : 40

Duties / Responsibilities :

Assists with the Department’s Faculty Affairs

Percentage of time : 40

Duties / Responsibilities :

Prepares and Distributes Correspondence

Percentage of time : 40

Duties / Responsibilities :

Additional related duties as assigned. (Assists with committees like the J.G. Woodroof Lecture.)

Percentage of time : 40

Contact Details :

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

Recruitment Contact Name :

Jessica Bonds

Recruitment Contact Email :

jessicab@uga.edu