Program Assistant Jobs in Georgia

Program assistant jobs in Georgia are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in healthcare administration, nonprofit program management, and state and federal government contracting in Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah. Large employers with an established Georgia footprint, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Emory Healthcare, and the Georgia Department of Human Services, regularly bring on program assistants at both entry and mid-career levels. The most sought-after specialties in Georgia listings include grants and compliance coordination, public health program support, and education program administration. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerState of Georgia
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring9
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Emory University
Program Assistant (NGO) 12-Month Term-limited, TEPHINET - The Task Force for Global Health
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Program Assistant (NGO) 12-Month Term-limited, TEPHINET - The Task Force for Global Health
Emory University
Decatur, Georgia
Data Analytics
Data Science
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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State of Georgia
Full-Time Program Coordinator - Physical Therapy Assistant
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Full-Time Program Coordinator - Physical Therapy Assistant
State of Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree in education
1,001-5,000

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State of Georgia
Program Assistant
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Program Assistant
State of Georgia
Lawrenceville, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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State of Georgia
Program Assistant- Thomasville
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Program Assistant- Thomasville
State of Georgia
Thomasville, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Office Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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State of Georgia
Program Assistant - District 8 Office - Columbus, GA (COM)
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Program Assistant - District 8 Office - Columbus, GA (COM)
State of Georgia
Decatur, Georgia
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Program Assistant Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
11 jobs
Decatur
2 jobs
Savannah
2 jobs
Covington
2 jobs
Lawrenceville
2 jobs
Duluth
1 job
Kings Bay
1 job
Fort Valley
1 job
Thomasville
1 job

Program Assistant Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

State of Georgia
State of Georgia4 open roles
Emory University
Emory University3 open roles
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Newton County Schools2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in program assistant jobs across Georgia.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or a related field
  • Experience coordinating program schedules, logistics, or administrative workflows
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and partner engagement
  • Familiarity with grant tracking, reporting, or compliance documentation
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and meet recurring program deadlines

Program Assistant Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program assistant in Georgia?

Most program assistant roles in Georgia require at minimum an associate degree, though many state agencies and healthcare employers prefer a bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or a related field. Georgia does not issue a state license specifically for program assistants, but roles with the Georgia Department of Public Health or federally funded nonprofits may require background clearance and onboarding through agency-specific credentialing steps. Demonstrating experience with grants management or program coordination gives candidates a meaningful edge.

Which companies hire program assistants in Georgia?

Georgia program assistant roles are posted by State of Georgia, Emory University, and Newton County Schools and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's concentration of federal agencies, large hospital systems, and nationally recognized universities means program assistant demand remains steady across a wide range of employer types throughout the year.

Which Georgia cities have the most program assistant jobs?

Atlanta, Decatur, and Savannah account for the largest share of program assistant openings in Georgia. Atlanta's density of federal contractors, corporate headquarters, and major hospital systems drives the bulk of statewide demand, while Augusta's large military and healthcare employer base and Savannah's growing logistics and nonprofit sectors contribute meaningful volume outside the metro.

Are there remote program assistant jobs in Georgia?

Yes, and more than many comparable administrative roles, since program coordination work is often documentation and communication-heavy rather than hands-on. About 33% of program assistant openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have adopted flexible arrangements for this role. Grants administration, data tracking, and stakeholder communication functions are the segments most commonly offered remotely.

How can I get hired as a program assistant in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to administrative or program coordinator associate roles at Georgia's large public-sector employers and nonprofits, which regularly post entry-level openings for candidates without direct program experience. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs, Grady Health System, and AmeriCorps Georgia all run structured associate and fellowship tracks that bring in candidates from adjacent roles such as office coordinator, case management aide, or community outreach worker. Completing a certificate in project management or nonprofit administration through a Georgia university extension program strengthens a resume for these openings.

Where can I find and apply to program assistant jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to program assistant jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across industries and hiring levels. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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