Administrative Assistant III, School of Nursing

Role Summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is hiring an Administrative Assistant III for the School of Nursing. This role supports undergraduate and graduate nursing programs by keeping communication smooth, helping students and faculty, and making sure administrative processes run reliably across the school.

The programs operate across three semesters each year and serve about 500 students per semester. The position assists students from admission through graduation, ensures graduation-related paperwork is filed on time, and helps coordinate a wide range of clerical and secretarial work. It also supports selected faculty and staff members, maintains files and correspondence, and helps keep student and program records current.

Core Duties

Responsibilities include supporting undergraduate contract processing, faculty evaluations, and note-taking for program-level meetings. The role also requires continuous updating of student data in E*Value and application records in Salesforce. In addition, it handles paperwork and notifications for undergraduate and graduate nursing orientation, as well as the planning and coordination of graduation and recognition ceremonies.

Minimum Qualification Profile

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus three years of progressively responsible relevant experience. Acceptable experience may include maintaining complex records and files, handling public or customer relations while explaining detailed policies and requirements, preparing financial or statistical documents such as payroll, travel, claims, and budgeting forms, or assisting staff and management with projects and activities. Another qualifying path is one year of experience as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada state service. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.

Diversity and Campus Values

A strong candidate will contribute to a respectful, positive workplace and actively support diversity, equity, and inclusion. The university expects the selected person to reflect campus values and demonstrate a collaborative Rebel spirit.

Pay and Appointment Details

This is a classified, non-exempt, full-time position at Grade 27, Step 1, with a salary of 46,207.44 per year. Initial appointments to classified roles typically begin at Step 1 under Nevada Administrative Code guidance.

Benefits and Perks

Working at UNLV includes a competitive total rewards package, paid time off, sick leave, and holidays, along with medical, dental, and vision coverage. The university also offers retirement and voluntary benefits, no state income tax, tuition discounts at NSHE schools, and tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

Additional programs include employee recognition, athletics ticket discounts, statewide purchase discounts, RebelCard savings on and off campus, wellness programming at no cost, career growth opportunities, peer connection opportunities, professional development, and a comprehensive onboarding program called Rebels: Onboard. Veterans also have access to support and resources.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a cover letter and a detailed resume that clearly outlines qualifications and experience. Veterans should also attach a DD-214 or other official documentation if applicable. All documents must be uploaded in the CV/Resume attachment section, and applications submitted without the required materials will not move forward.

Candidates should address their materials to Nakia Jackson-Hale, Search Committee Chair. The application review will rely heavily on how clearly each applicant describes their experience and how it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Education, including high school, and employment history must be fully documented.

Important Hiring Notes

The recruitment may close earlier than the listed date if enough applications are received. The posting closes at midnight Pacific Standard Time on July 13, 2026, and the official posting close date is 07/14/2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday; emailed materials will not be accepted.

This position may require a criminal background check. Academic credentials will be verified during hiring, and if verification is not possible, an official transcript of the highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the first day of employment. References may be checked during the recruitment process. Candidates may also need to complete job-related tasks as part of the hiring process. If the role requires driving, a valid driver’s license will need to be shown at the time of hire and maintained as a condition of employment.

All required documents must be received by the closing date if one is provided. Work schedules may change based on organizational needs.

Internal Candidate Instructions

Current UNLV employees and other Nevada System of Higher Education employees must apply through the internal Workday “Find Jobs” process and search using requisition number R0151142. Applications submitted outside the internal process may be returned and could delay consideration.

University and Compliance Information

UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution founded in 1957 with about 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff. The university has awarded more than 186,000 degrees and has over 151,000 alumni worldwide. It is recognized as an R1 research university with very high research activity and is committed to community engagement, diversity, academic growth, and regional development.

The university maintains equal employment and nondiscrimination commitments across protected categories and encourages women, minorities, and veterans to apply. It also provides Title IX and safety and security information through its official university resources.

Contact Information

For help with the application process, contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. Veterans may contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support and resources.