Administrative Assistant – State of Georgia

About the role

The State of Georgia’s Department of Human Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant 1 to support the Division of Family and Children Services in Jonesboro. Working under the Child Welfare Administrator, you will provide essential clerical and administrative support to ensure smooth office operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of office administration duties, including handling confidential information.
• Research, investigate, and resolve program data or client issues.
• Draft documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide assistance and problem resolution to claimants, employers, staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Support routine functions such as travel expenses, vendor contracts, telecommunications, building security, purchasing, billing, inventory, and property control.
• Represent the manager in various matters and act as a point of contact for customers and staff.

Required profile

• Ability to work under direct supervision while handling complex administrative tasks.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Capability to manage confidential information responsibly.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with internal and external customers.

Required skills

What we offer

• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long/short‑term care.
• Retirement plans: 401(k) and 457 plans.
• 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Employee discount programs.
• Telework opportunities depending on the position.