Temporary Hourly- Physics, Administrative Support

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The University of Nevada, Reno is looking for a temporary administrative support member for our research groups at our Stead facility. This position will provide human resource and compliance support to the director and research faculty.

Responsibilities

• Human Resources Support: Develop and maintain an onboarding process for incoming student workers, LOAs, and other employees. Track and approve student employee work hours.

• Compliance Support: Track and document safety compliance based on EHS requirements, assist with scheduling lab walkthroughs.

• Event Support: Assist the director with scheduling meetings, preparing hosting, and creating itineraries.

• General Office Duties: Answer phones, assist guests, and perform data entry tasks.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Demonstrated experience in administrative support, office coordination, or a related role.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, track processes, and main-tain accurate records.

• Proficiency in standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office or Google Workspace), including spreadsheets and data entry.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive personnel information with professional-ism.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service orientation.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting human resources processes, such as onboarding, time tracking, or student employee coordination.

• Familiarity with safety or compliance tracking in laboratory, academic, or regulated environments.

• Experience coordinating meetings or events, including scheduling, logistics, and itinerary preparation.

• Experience working in a university, research, or technical office setting.

• Knowledge of institutional HR or timekeeping systems.

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field.

Schedule

Expected hours to work per week: 25

Compensation Grade

$25.00/hour

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