Administrative Assistant - School of Public Health

Position: Administrative Assistant 3 - School of Public Health
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Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant 3 in the Department of Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, in the School of Public Health. This position will provide fiscal support by monitoring expenses, prepare annual budget requests, generate financial reports, coordinate travel arrangements, process pcard transactions, and maintain a working knowledge of university financial processes and systems. The Administrative Assistant 3 will also provide HR support by coordinating searches, initiate Workday transactions, oversee the completion of new hires, prepare payroll documents, oversee operations, aid students by being the first point of contact, coordinate the department Director’s calendar, explain university policies, assist with college events, coordinate class schedules for all department programs with the department chair and faculty, and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of progressively responsible relevant work experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: maintenance of complex records and files; public/customer relations including explaining detailed policies, regulations and requirements; preparation and processing of financial and statistical documents such as payroll, travel, claims and budgeting forms; and assisting staff and management with projects and activities;

OROne year of experience as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada State service; ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Schedule The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade Grade 27

In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.

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Perks of Working at UNRHealth insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits

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