Administrative Assistant 2 – Statewide (Georgia DHS)

About the role

The Georgia Department of Human Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant 2 to support the Special Operations Unit Manager on a statewide basis. This full‑time position provides essential administrative services that enable the Division of Family and Children Services to deliver critical programs to Georgia’s most vulnerable citizens.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the manager’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Draft, proofread, and distribute correspondence, meeting notes, and reports.
• Maintain confidential files and an efficient documentation system.
• Prepare forms, route them to appropriate parties, and ensure compliance with organizational procedures.
• Provide problem‑resolution assistance to internal and external customers.

Required profile

• Strong customer‑service orientation with a professional demeanor.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• High level of trustworthiness and ability to handle confidential information.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships across multiple business units.

Required skills

• Calendar management and meeting coordination.
• Travel planning and expense processing.
• Drafting and formatting business correspondence.
• Document filing, record‑keeping, and confidentiality handling.
• Problem‑solving and customer support.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans (401(k) and 457).
• 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for telework depending on position.
• Access to unique training and professional development programs.