The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Administrative Assistant 3, College of Hospitality / College of Engineering (FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE) [R0153037]. Remote one day/week ROLE of the POSITION This position serves administrative and business operations for two complex, interdisciplinary units: the Department of Applied and Interdisciplinary Engineering and the College of Hospitality’s Global Sport Hospitality Research and Strategic Initiatives. The Department of Applied and Interdisciplinary Engineering functions as a cross-disciplinary hub connecting programs, faculty, and resources across the University.
Global Sport Hospitality
Research and Strategic Initiatives serve as a bridge between academia and industry, advancing research, partnerships, workforce development, and strategic initiatives within sport and hospitality. Working with a high degree of independence, the position manages fiscal operations, academic scheduling, faculty assignments, procurement, personnel support, grants and contracts, accreditation documentation, events, and executive administration. The position also serves as a primary liaison among faculty, department leadership, Dean’s offices, central university units, students, and external partners.
Success in the role requires sound judgment, discretion, strong institutional knowledge, and the ability to coordinate policies, priorities, and business practices across multiple colleges and departments. PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE The College of Hospitality’s focus on Global Sport Hospitality Research and Strategic Initiatives serves as a bridge between academia and industry. Through innovative research, strategic partnerships, and experiential initiatives at the intersection of sport, hospitality, entertainment, technology, and community engagement, the initiative supports workforce development, industry innovation, and global impact.
The Harrah
College of Hospitality is a world‑renowned institution consistently ranked among the top five hospitality programs globally. It provides a comprehensive educational experience through a strong theoretical and practical foundation, offering a diverse array of undergraduate concentrations (including Gaming, Beverage, and Event Management) alongside master’s, doctoral, and dual‑degree programs. Supported by a robust faculty of approximately 43 full‑time members and serving nearly 1,500 total students as of Fall 2026, the College emphasizes real‑world preparation through extensive industry partnerships, hosting major recruitment events, placing hundreds of interns annually, and matching students with expert alumni and mentors across leading general brands.
For more information about the Harrah College of Hospitality, please visit https://www.unlv.edu/hospitality The Department of Applied and Interdisciplinary Engineering (AIE) serves as the Howard R.
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College of Engineering’s agile innovation engine. Designed to disrupt traditional, siloed educational models, AIE reimagines engineering education by leveraging math and physics as tools rather than gatekeepers. Through responsive, hands‑on curricula prioritizing student identity and confidence, the department supports educational access, workforce readiness, and real‑world impact for diverse and historically underserved learners.
Functioning as a dynamic learning organization, AIE thrives on intentional experimentation, rapid learning, and transparent collaboration. The department provides an empowering academic home within the college, fostering a supportive, collegial environment where faculty and staff are deeply valued, represented, and positioned to do their best work.
By linking departmental success directly to the flourishing of its people, AIE balances high‑level educational innovation with an inclusive, people‑centered culture.
Minimum Qualifications 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.
Preferred Qualifications Preference may be given to candidates with:
- Prior experience in higher education settings, particularly within academic advising or student services.
- Knowledge of UNLV’s policies, practices, and procedures.
- Proficiency in using Workday or similar systems.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. 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 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.
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 —
[email protected] or visit our Veterans Webpage. PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral‑degree‑granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 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, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.
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 on line at: http://www.unlv.edu 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.
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Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702) 895-4055
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[email protected], 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
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Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. JOB CATEGORY Classified Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%
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