Program Assistant – Part‑time (Adult Education)

About the role

The State of Georgia is seeking a part‑time Program Assistant to support its Adult Education Division. Working under the Director of Integrated Training and Education, you will provide essential administrative assistance to students and instructors while handling confidential program data.

Key responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and clerical support (approximately 20% of time).
• Act as a liaison between the program, technical staff, and clients, delivering information and referrals as needed (10%).
• Conduct research and generate reports using various resources (10%).
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, preparing deliveries and shipments (10%).
• Maintain filing and record‑keeping systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility (10%).
• Copy and distribute documents and other materials when required (10%).

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED/HiSET equivalent.
• Computer proficiency with a focus on Microsoft Office.
• Preferred: Associate degree or higher and at least two years of office support experience, preferably in a front‑desk or educational setting.
• Ability to type at least 50 words per minute.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Self‑starter who can work with minimal supervision and serve a culturally diverse population.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Part‑time schedule: Monday‑Wednesday 1:00 – 6:00 PM, Thursday 1:00 – 5:00 PM (up to 19 hours/week).
• Hourly compensation of $15.60.
• Opportunity to contribute to adult education initiatives that impact thousands of Georgia residents.