Administrative Assistant 3 - Business and Social Sciences

Nevada System of Higher Education

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), located in Reno, Nevada is seeking applicants for a full-time Administrative Assistant 3 for the Business and Social Science Division. Join our dynamic department as an Administrative Assistant 3, where you'll play a vital role in supporting faculty, students, and departmental operations. This position provides a wide range of administrative support, including managing class schedules, processing book orders, coordinating payroll contracts, assisting with budgets and purchasing, and handling travel requests. You’ll also provide responsive customer service and ensure smooth day-to-day operations by supporting both faculty and students. We’re looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys helping others succeed.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education
Three (3) 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 (1) year of experience as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada State service
OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of administrative assistant experience
An Associate’s degree or higher
Experience working in higher education, particularly within NSHE
Familiarity with PeopleSoft, Workday, and Canvas

Responsibilities

Managing class schedules
Processing book orders
Coordinating payroll contracts
Assisting with budgets and purchasing
Handling travel requests
Providing responsive customer service
Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations by supporting both faculty and students

Benefits

Health insurance options including dental and vision
19.25% retirement match in PERS
Life insurance
Generous annual and sick leave
Sports and Fitness Center with annual or monthly membership options for employee and spouse/domestic partner
ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments
Free parking on all TMCC campus locations
No State income tax
Variety of discounts and employee purchase programs
Classified Grant-in-Aid: TMCC encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education Institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
Classified Registration Fee Reduction Program: The College offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 53%). The Classified Registration Fee Reduction Program may be used for undergraduate courses through TMCC.