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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Admin Assistant 3, UNLV Foundation - Board Relations.

Role of the Position

The Administrative Assistant III serves in a critical governance, compliance, and administrative capacity, supporting board operations for the UNLV Foundation and Alumni Association. This role provides comprehensive coordination, technical expertise, and operational support to ensure the effective planning and execution of all board activities and governance processes. The role requires strong judgment, discretion, and a solid understanding of governance and financial practices, as they are responsible for reviewing and preparing check requests for boards, chapters, and clubs. As a primary point of contact for two of the university's most important governing bodies, the Administrative Assistant III operates with a high degree of independence while facilitating timely, accurate, and professional communication with board members, executive leadership, and key stakeholders.

The Administrative Assistant III oversees the operational and governance aspects of board engagement, including meeting logistics, materials preparation, and scheduling. The role also ensures the accurate tracking and maintenance of board terms, committee assignments, and required documentation such as conflict of interest and confidentiality agreements.

Given that all board meetings are subject to Nevada Open Meeting Law, the Administrative Assistant III plays a key role in ensuring compliance, maintaining proper documentation, and upholding rigorous standards of recordkeeping. Responsibilities include editing and finalizing meeting transcripts, as well as managing the storage and accessibility of transcripts and video recordings in accordance with public records requirements.

In addition, the Administrative Assistant III independently prepares reports and governance-related records for the director and executive leadership, particularly in support of affiliated foundation audits and the UNLV Foundation's Form 990. This position maintains accurate and up-to-date board member information, including contact details and trustee matrix data such as professional background, areas of expertise, and affiliations. This information is managed across multiple platforms, including the Foundation's database, website, and Association of Governing Boards listings. Finally, the Administrative Assistant III supports special projects and events by managing logistics and ensuring that internal processes run smoothly, contributing to efficient, consistent, and high-quality board operations.

About the UNLV Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

The Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) fosters relationships with alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations and encourages private financial support for the students, faculty, research, and innovative programs that distinguish UNLV as an exceptional university.

PAE currently employs nearly 100 team members. We seek to hire talented professionals who will share the university's vision for excellence in academics and research, as well as a commitment to the relationships built between UNLV and its alumni and friends.

UNLV is a vibrant campus, a supportive workplace, and has tools to help you achieve professional and personal growth. We offer a variety of career opportunities and generous compensation packages

As a team member of PAE, you will be part of a growing, inclusive division that values integrity, trust, excellence, teamwork, and respect.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three 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 year of experience as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above

Recent experience with purchasing or accounting in an office or higher education environment is preferred. Ability to compose business correspondence and explain complex guidelines is preferred.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Grade 27 Step 1, salary $46,207.44.

In accordance with Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 284.170, initial appointments to classified positions typically begin at Step 1 of the assigned grade. A "Step" refers to the specific rate of pay within a grade, as determined by the Division of Human Resources.

Competitive total rewards package including:

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

How to Apply

This recruitment may close prior to the announced closing date below based on volume of applications received.

Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran's status.

Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position. Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented. Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete.

This recruitment will close at midnight (Pacific Standard Time) on (8/24/26).

Materials should be addressed to Kellen Braddock and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu

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