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Administrative Assistant 3 - Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology

University of Nevada, Reno
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Sept 2025

About the role

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. 

Job Description

The Nevada Bureau of Mines & Geology at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for an Administrative Assistant 3. The position will be responsible for general office duties that includes supporting faculty, staff, and students, including managing the NBMG vehicle fleet, managing inventory, department purchasing, front desk operations, and expense reports. This position also serves as administrative assistant to the Director (Nevada State Geologist), including coordinating the Director’s schedule and travel, organizing meetings (e.g. NBMG advisory board), and communications with key stakeholders and the general public.

Additional duties include administrative support to faculty and the Director by entering personnel transactions, reconciling purchasing cards, assisting with travel transactions and travel arrangements, arranging visits for prospective students and visitors, and organizing and scheduling meetings and events.

Required 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with experience in Workday, Microsoft Word, and Excel are encouraged to apply.

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.

To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation. Select Salary schedule, PP01.

For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator

The Perks of PERS!

Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.  For information on contribution rates, please visit:  NV PERS Contribution Rates

“I’m so thankful that I followed the path that lead me to a PERS retirement. 

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