Administrative Assistant II, UNLV Human Resources [R0153728]

nshe; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee recognition and appreciation

UNLV athletics ticket discounts

Statewide employee purchase discounts

RebelCard discounts on and off campus

Wellness programming for UNLV faculty—

Career advancement opportunities

Networking with colleagues

Professional development opportunities

Rebels onboarding program

Job summary

UNLV is seeking an Administrative Assistant II in Human Resources to act as the front office administrator and initial contact for the department. You will greet guests, triage inquiries, and support HR tasks across benefits enrollment, education verification, and office operations.

The role requires strong multitasking, excellent communication, and the ability to supervise student workers in a fast-paced environment. Salary is Grade 25 Step 1 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education with two years of clerical/administrative support experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as front office administrator and initial contact for central HR.
• Greet guests, triage walk-ins, appointments and calls professionally.
• Assist investigators with employment verifications and maintain front desk resources.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail; supervise student workers.
• Enroll new hires in benefits portal and manage education verifications.
• Submit requisitions and maintenance requests; support HR team tasks.
• Book conference rooms and assist with events as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Detail orientation

Fast-paced environment

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Professionalism

Customer service

GSuite

Microsoft Office

Supervision of student workers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years clerical/administrative support

Administrative Assistant I (Nevada State service)

Tools

Archibus

PEBP portal

National Student Clearinghouse

Job description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Administrative Assistant II, UNLV Human Resources

ROLE of the POSITION

Will act as the front office administrator and initial point of contact for the central human resources department. Welcome/greet guests and visitors, triage walk-in’s, appointments, and calls professionally and accurately. Assist special investigators with employment verifications. Maintain front office resources and tracking spreadsheets. Processing incoming and outgoing mail. Maintain a safe and clean work area, keeping storage and break room clean and organized. Make sure office supplies are stocked and organized. Supervise student workers. Order, receive, and put away office supplies. Other front desk duties/tasks will be assigned based on the changing needs of the department.

HR Departmental Support: Enroll new hires into PEBP portal and send new hire benefits emails. Manage education verification tasks for classified and student employees using the National Student Clearinghouse. Pull and send reports as needed, submit requisitions/purchase orders, etc. Provide general HR team support including submitting maintenance requests, building access requests, telecom/OIT tickets, office printer troubleshooting and other technical issues. Booking conference rooms and/or event support (printing, setup, etc.) Assigning new hires in Archibus, managing the department group email.

Send out general office communications, office inventory tracking and organizing, and other general office assistance tasks. Tasks and projects can be added, removed or replaced depending on the changing needs of the department.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.

MINIMUM 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 as described above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong multitasking capabilities, detailed oriented, comfortable with a fast-paced working environment, strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organization and time management skills, ability to provide high level of professionalism and customer service. Proficient in GSuite and Microsoft office applications, ability to remain calm under pressure and provide supervision to student workers.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

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.

SALARY

Grade 25 Step 1, salary 42,636.96.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• 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
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS/PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• 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
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

Job Category

Classified

Posting Close Date

October 12, 2026

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Title IX Statement

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154- 1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.

Safety and Security Statement

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

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

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

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.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.