Administrative Assistant II - Academic Advising

Job Description

*Based on the volume of applications received this recruitment may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible *

The College of Southern Nevada Academic Advising Department is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant II at the North Las Vegas Campus.

Under the direct supervision of the department Manager, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answering multi-line phones. Greeting visitors, checking in students with appointments, assist in managing departmental email account.
  
• Organize and coordinate department activities.
  
• Assist in formatting, editing, and producing a variety of complex materials such as brochures, newsletters, flyers, presentations, charts, graphs, and instructional material.
  
• Maintain complex databases and spreadsheets; convert documents for internet usage and maintain web hyperlinks as assigned.
  
• Prepare and maintain property inventory for the department. Perform periodic physical inventory of the Academic Advising office.
  
• Provide standard and routine information concerning institutional policies and requirements.
  
• Assist students in completing forms to request change of major, application of graduation, independent study and other requests.
  
• Perform a broad variety of clerical, secretarial, and administrative support duties for the Academic Advising Department.
  
• Must become fluent in database systems including Workday, Canvas, MyCSN, 25Live, and Greymatter.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of clerical and administrative support experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: maintaining records and files; preparing a variety of materials using a personal computer or word processor; assisting customers in completing forms and applications; and/or performing secretarial duties in support of professional staff. OR one year of experience as an Administrative Assistant I in Nevada State service. OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Schedule

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is subject to change during peak advising and based on organizational needs.

Starting Salary

Grade 25, Step 1 $ 42,636.96

Per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC 284.170), salaries for initial appointments for classified positions typically begin at Step 1.

The College of Southern Nevada offers a generous benefit package, including an excellent PERS retirement plan (a defined benefit plan), vacation & sick leave benefits, 11 paid holidays, educational benefits, and health insurance plans that can be added with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Supplemental options (long term care, short term disability, and legal). Tuition discounts at the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions. As well as tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. Perks encompassing on campus employee discounts, professional and personal development opportunities; and statewide employee purchase programs. Join a dynamic team investing in our future, Students First.

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
  
• Cover letter
  
• Unofficial College Transcripts (optional) - If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the job posting.

NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE

CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.

For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at CSN.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

Posting Close Date
02/5/2025

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

About Us
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) creates opportunities and changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and experiences that enrich our diverse community. CSN has three main campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple sites and centers.

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