ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 4

Job Summary

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 (NSHE). Typical duties include maintaining records and files; composing and editing correspondence; data entry; office management; budget monitoring and accounts maintenance; typing and word processing; answering telephones and relaying information; reception; duplicating and distributing materials; preparing for meetings and taking minutes; ordering and stocking supplies and equipment; receiving, sorting and delivering mail; reviewing and processing applications, forms and other documents; operating office equipment such as copiers, personal computers, computer terminals, calculators, facsimile machines, printers, and other equipment; and performing related duties as assigned.

Essential 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.

Job Duties

Act as liaison for the administrator regarding agency activities, operations and programs; coordinate communications with other administrators, agency managers, leaders of external entities, community groups and the general public; relay specialized and sensitive information which impacts division programs and activities; defuse irate callers who insist upon speaking with the administrator; schedule, organize and coordinate meetings, conferences and publicized events. Research and investigate complaints, public inquiries and issues raised by external entities including the legislature and governor's office staff; review and evaluate historical information, precedents and applicable regulations, statute and guidelines; develop alternative courses of action and probable outcomes based on available information and projections for the supervisor's review. Receive, review and evaluate information concerning the eligibility and/or activities of program clientele; interpret and explain program policies, regulations and requirements to individuals who may have opposing viewpoints, varying agendas, and vested personal interests; provide information in a professional manner to individuals who may be confrontational, uncooperative and unpleasant. Perform specialized duties in support of one or more agency programs; implement, coordinate and oversee a major component of a complex program; develop and produce informational materials as requested by the supervisor; ensure program activities conform to established goals and policies; represent the program by participating in ongoing and ad hoc committees and work groups as assigned. Assist professional staff in developing fiscal, operational and procedural program plans by studying historical precedents, present requirements, and projected costs and trends; plan the sequence of detailed steps required to accomplish program objectives; develop, revise and maintain specific procedures and manuals. Compile, organize and consolidate financial and statistical data required to assist in the development of the budget of a major work unit; analyze and reconcile numerical data and narrative information; develop spreadsheets to facilitate data analysis; compile cost sheets; prepare reports and budget documents according to specific instructions from the Budget Office. Assist professional staff with projects and assignments; compile and summarize information; compose narrative reports, announcements, correspondence, findings of fact and other materials using appropriate grammar, punctuation, spelling and syntax. Obtain and record specialized information concerning program activities and clientele and communicate with representatives of external entities as required; ensure compliance with legal requirements and procedures, agency policies and program guidelines; develop remedies for non-compliance or refer to appropriate personnel according to established procedures. Maintain records and track the progress and outcome of legislative proposals, grievances, contracts, personnel and project activities; develop and implement effective and efficient recordkeeping systems and ensure that information is logically organized, appropriately cross-referenced, and accessible to users; ensure confidentiality of sensitive information which is not part of the public record. Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel as assigned; assign, prioritize and review work; ensure completed work products meet required timelines and standards of quality and quantity. Positions at this level provide secretarial, clerical, and administrative support to the administrator of a complex division or the manager of multiple statewide programs, services, and activities or they perform specialized duties in support of a program or function which require previous knowledge and experience in the subject area. Assignments are broadly stated in terms of objectives to be met, and/or they are specialized and require the use of analytical and critical thinking to determine appropriate action. Problem resolution often requires research, comparison, and examination of detailed agency/programspecific information. Errors directly affect the customized services provided to specific clientele or members of the general public; the content, quality, adequacy, and timeliness of services provided; and frequently have monetary consequences to the program or loss of agency credibility. Incumbents interpret and explain complex regulations, laws, and program requirements; convince others to take a specific course of action; resolve difficult problems; and defend and justify agency actions to individuals or groups. Critical assignments are reviewed to ensure conformance to standards of quality and general acceptability. Positions at this level may or may not supervise lower level staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Detailed knowledge of: functions and operation of an administrative office and/or program area. Working knowledge of: principles of supervision and training if applicable to the assignment; maintenance of budget and financial records if applicable to the assignment. Ability to: provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to a division administrator or the manager of a major work unit with responsibility for multiple programs and functions; analyze problems and develop creative solutions; supervise and oversee the work of subordinate staff as assigned; plan, develop and implement production goals, work performance standards and specific processes and procedures required to complete projects and ongoing assignments; manage the administrator's calendar as requested; receive and respond to inquiries involving complex and sensitive issues which directly impact agency staff, operations and activities; make operational decisions related to program activities and office management within established limits of authority; interpret, apply and explain complex laws, regulations, requirements, restrictions and standards to program clientele, representatives of external entities and other agencies, and others; research and investigate complex questions and issues requiring the review and consideration of historical data, current developments and probable outcomes; compose effective correspondence, announcements, training materials, narrative summaries and reports, proposals and recommendations and other written materials; compile and analyze records, numerical and descriptive information from forms, applications, contracts, spreadsheets, invoices and other materials.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.