New Job Admin Assistant 2 In Nevada

Position Description

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.

Join the Nevada Department of Wildlife as an Administrative Assistant and be a part of a team that is dedicated to preserving the state's natural beauty and promoting responsible outdoor recreation!

As the first point of contact for outdoor enthusiasts and boaters, your role as an Administrative Assistant will be critical to the department's mission. You will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to the public and serving as a liaison between the department and the community.

Your duties will include answering phones, responding to emails, and assisting visitors in person. You will also provide administrative support to various department divisions, including processing license and permit applications, maintaining records, and scheduling appointments.

As a conservation-minded organization, the Nevada Department of Wildlife is committed to protecting the state's native species, including mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, and sage grouse, among others. Your passion for wildlife conservation and your ability to communicate effectively with the public will be vital to promoting the department's mission and securing funding for conservation efforts.

To be successful in this role, you should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as strong organizational abilities. You should be comfortable working with the public and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

In return, the department offers PERS Retirement and other benefits, as well as the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who share your passion for the outdoors and wildlife conservation.

If you are excited about the prospect of serving as an Administrative Assistant for the Nevada Department of Wildlife and contributing to the preservation of the state's natural resources, we encourage you to apply today!

Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-2_0//

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.

  
  

The Examination

Application Evaluation Exam

• The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

Special Requirements