Admin Assistant 3 – School of Civil, Chemical and Environmental Engineering

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The School of Civil, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a full-time Administrative Assistant 3. The position supports the day-to-day operations of the School by providing administrative assistance to the School Head, faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities include coordinating routine financial and HR transactions, supporting undergraduate and graduate academic programs and accreditation activities, assisting with departmental meetings, events and student activities, and performing a variety of administrative functions to ensure efficient school operations. The ideal candidate will be organized, efficient, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a dynamic academic environment.

Essential

Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three (3) 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;

OR One (1) year of experience as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada State service; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Schedule:

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

Compensation:
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:
The Perks of PERS – Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information. Perks of Working at UNR – Health insurance options including dental and vision;
Health Insurance Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave. Classified Benefits: E.L.Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L.Wiegand Fitness Center Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees.

SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SEC Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit – For more information about the Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit, please visit:
Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit. Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program – Additionally, we offer a Classified Employee…