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Job Description
The Division of Earth and Ecosystem Sciences (DEES) is seeking a dedicated, temporary full-time Program Specialist I to handle a variety of financial and administrative duties. Under the Business Manager’s supervision, the Program Specialist I will operate using sound judgement, discretion, and use initiative in a variety of administrative, fiscal, and planning activities. Responsibilities include processing purchasing card transactions and invoices, coordinating division events and meetings, and assisting with other administrative duties, as needed.
The Program Specialist I will assist the Business Managers, Division Director, and faculty, as needed, with various tasks such as distributing mail, assisting with division inventory tracking, and generating and providing personnel reporting to the Division Business Managers and Division Director. This position is located in Reno, NV.
Key Job Duties:
Monitor and order divisional supplies and project related supplies as needed
Coordinate with faculty, HR, and Division Business Managers to ensure proper paperwork is completed and procedures are followed to bring visitors and volunteers to campus
Assist Division Director with correspondence and scheduling
Coordinate SPOT and parking pass checkout
Input and coordinate IT and Facilities tickets to assist division admin staff and faculty
Serve as backup for other division program specialists in processing timesheets and expense reimbursements
Assist faculty with administrative questions
Distribute monthly reports to faculty
Assist with completing personnel reports for division and HR as needed.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
Basic skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Basic experience with Adobe Acrobat
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience working in an office environment
Basic experience with Workday or similar information system
Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to sit for long periods of time and lift, push, and or pull objects weighing up to 20 lbs.
Compensation Grade/Benefits
This is a DRI (temporary) Technologist position, Grade 29, with a minimum starting annual salary of $49,722. Starting salary is commensurate with experience and education and alignment with similar public academic-research institutions.
DRI offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance (flexible spending and health savings account options available); PERS 19.25% retirement match, 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of sick leave accrued per month, and 12 paid holidays Additionally, there is no state income tax or social security deduction.
Organizational Summary
DRI is a recognized world leader in basic and applied environmental research. Committed to scientific excellence and integrity, DRI faculty, students who work alongside them, and staff have developed scientific knowledge and innovative technologies in research projects around the globe.
Since 1959, DRI’s research has advanced scientific knowledge on topics ranging from humans’ impact on the environment to the environment’s impact on humans. DRI’s impactful science and inspiring solutions support Nevada’s wide-ranging economy, provide science-based educational opportunities, and inform policymakers, business leaders, and community members. With campuses in Las Vegas and Reno, DRI serves as the non-profit research arm of the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Exempt
NoFull-Time Equivalent
100.0%Required Attachment(s)
Please upload the following documents in the specified section:
1. Cover letter detailing how your experience and qualifications prepare you for this job
2. Current resume
3. Contact information for three professional references /work-related references, to be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission
This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals who meet all qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.
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For more detailed information about DRI, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please email jobs@dri.edu or call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.
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Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.
Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
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