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 roles38
Top employerState of Georgia
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring24
Work type86% On-site
Top industryEducation

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State of Georgia
Emergency Medical Services Program Assistant Clinical Coordinator/Instructor
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Emergency Medical Services Program Assistant Clinical Coordinator/Instructor
State of Georgia
Acworth, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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State of Georgia
Medical Laboratory Program Assistant Clinical Coordinator/Instructor
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Medical Laboratory Program Assistant Clinical Coordinator/Instructor
State of Georgia
Marietta, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
1,001-5,000

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Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Program Assistant - Region 2 Field Office- Augusta
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Program Assistant - Region 2 Field Office- Augusta
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Atlanta, Georgia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Visiting Nurse Health System
Program Assistant-Medicaid Specialist
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Program Assistant-Medicaid Specialist
Visiting Nurse Health System
Atlanta, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
$15.37 - $25.62/hr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Pyramid Healthcare
Assistant Program Director
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Pyramid Healthcare
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Assistant Program Director
Pyramid Healthcare
Augusta, Georgia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in social work
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
Conyers
2 jobs
Marietta
2 jobs
Cartersville
2 jobs
Byron
1 job
Macon
1 job
Athens
1 job
Butler
1 job
Acworth
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 Georgia7 open roles
AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps2 open roles
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Won's taekwondo Education2 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, AmeriCorps, and Won's taekwondo Education and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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, Conyers, and Marietta 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 14% of program assistant openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 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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