APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$37,646.64 to
$55,039.68
PAY GRADE: 29
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
Administrative Assistants perform a broad variety of clerical, secretarial and administrative support duties in an assigned agency, program or other work unit within State government and the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others.
This position will provide the highest level of administrative and clerical support to the Office of Grant Procurement, Coordination and Management in Carson City, Neveda, facilitating management processes by acting with authority and as an intermediary on delegated administrative matters and other duties as assigned. This position will support the office by providing technical assistance to state customers and the general public; particpate in agency development and planning activities; provide support for the activities of the Advisory Council on Federal Assistance and other regional and state forums; coordinate communication with human resources, administrative services and information technology; schedule and coordinate meetings, conferences and other events; and perform a variety of clerical, secretarial, and administrative support duties under the guidance and direction of the Chief. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ***
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of progressively responsible relevant work experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: providing administrative/program support to professional staff and management; performing secretarial duties in support of a manager; coordinating communications between the manager, staff and program clientele; supervision of subordinate staff; researching information from internal and external sources; OR one year of experience as an Administrative Assistant III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
Travel up to 25%.
Requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and for continuing employment.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment
1) What is your experience working with councils, boards or commissions?
2) What is your experience working with other agencies?
3) What is your experience with organizational budgets?
4) What is your experience working with competing priorities?
5) What is your experience or knowledge of grants?