Assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Academic & Student Affairs

Assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications for the position of Assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs. The position may be located in either Reno or Las Vegas, Nevada.

The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions : two universities, a state university, four community colleges and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant challenges and opportunities in serving over 110,500 students and 15,000 employees.

The Assistant to the Vice Chancellor reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs and acts as the primary support administrator, providing proactive administrative assistance for the Vice Chancellor and the Academic and Student Affairs (ASA) department. The individual serves as a confidential representative and liaison with senior management, faculty, system-wide administration officials, and the public. The Assistant is responsible for supporting the priorities of the Vice Chancellor and day-to-day administrative operations of the department. The Assistant manages daily and periodic activities and tasks, including a high volume of communications, correspondence, scheduling and travel for the Vice Chancellor and the department.

Salary grade : This position offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, and certification / training. In addition to base salary, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

Comprehensive health insurance : includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additionally, an employer paid long term disability plan is included.

Outstanding retirement plan : professional employees are required to participate in the 401(a) Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA). Employee contributions of 19.25% are matched 100% by the employer and employees experience an immediate vesting in the plan. Employees who currently or previously participated in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada may be eligible to continue in the PERS plan.

Paid leave : generous annual leave (accrual of 2 days per month), sick leave (granted 30 days at time of hire), 12 paid holidays, and paid family leave.

Education benefit : employees and their qualified dependents may take advantage of a tuition savings benefit. Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate and their dependents may access an unlimited number of credits, if they meet specific criteria.

Additional perks : Employee assistance programs and professional development opportunities.

Approximate starting date : 12 / 1 / 2025

Minimum qualifications : Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with three years of progressively responsible executive level administrative experience (or) associate degree with five years of progressively responsible executive level administrative experience (or) ten years of progressively responsible executive level administrative experience.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities : Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities. It is recommended that applicants for this position address each of the following items in the letter of application :

• Knowledge of higher education organization and governance structures.
• Knowledge of NSHE or other higher education policies, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to anticipate conditions, plan ahead, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to make independent decisions appropriately and within the boundaries of assigned authority.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and properly handle sensitive issues.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external constituencies.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written, to communicate effectively with a diverse population at all levels, both internally and externally, using tact and diplomacy.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills, including proper use of formats, knowledge of correct English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage.
• Skill in the use of a variety of computer applications, including Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.) and web and video scheduling software. Proficiency in ADA document accessibility for a variety of platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in organizing and maintaining records.
• Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.
• Skill in working collaboratively as part of a team to build a shared work product.

Responsibilities : The duties of this position will include, but not be limited to :

To apply : The application process will be handled through the Workday online search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, email addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. References will only be contacted for those who advance to the final phase of the search and with prior consent of the applicant. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Stephanie Flatt, Human Resources, and are to be submitted via on-line application.

Internal applicants : Current employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSHE institutions. Once you log into Workday