We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership. 

·         The mission of GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture, both locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce.

·         The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is part of the GDA Laboratory Administration located in Tifton, Georgia, and is a part of the Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Laboratory Division.

·         Under general supervision, performs a variety of general secretarial, clerical, and administrative support functions for the Tifton Laboratory administrative office.

·         May enter date and/or process documents and records.

·         The work includes operating standard office equipment.

Applicants must reside in the following counties or be willing to relocate:

·         Tift

·         Tifton

POSITION OVERVIEW:

·         This position is scheduled for less than 30 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.

·         Must have the ability to work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons (12:30 pm -4:30 pm)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·         High School diploma/ GED.

·         One (1) year of administrative/clerical experience.

·         (1) year of customer service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Good communication & interpersonal skills

·         Customer service experience

·         Good organizational skills & time management

Please note: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to phone/email inquiries regarding application status. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

HOW TO APPLY:  Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.

·         Via Team Georgia Careers http://team.georgia.gov/careers/

The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. 

If you need accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615.

** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified *