Administrative Assistant
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Job Summary
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
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Job Description
The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is seeking to fill an hourly Administrative Assistant position at its Reno NV (NNSC) campus. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to various ADMIN unites located on the NNSC campus including serving as primary back-up to the main reception function on a daily basis as well as other administrative duties for select ADMIN units including greeting visitors answering phones delivering mail and accepting and appropriately managing shipping and receiving as well as maintaining ordering and restocking supplies.
Additionally this position will also provide administrative and clerical support to the Presidents Office Vice President of Research (VPR) office Advancement Financial Services and Facilities.
Required Qualifications
High School degree or equivalent
One year of full-time administrative experience
Basic computers skills and working knowledge of Word Excel and PowerPoint e-mail internet and scheduling programs
Basic telephone (PBX) operator skills
Basic knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures
Basic understanding how to handle emergency situations
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of personnel including technical and academic staff
Professionalism demonstrated through a high degree of confidentiality and the ability to exercise independent judgement
Must have strong customer service interpersonal and team-oriented skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
Ability to work independently and carry out assignments with minimal supervision
Possess a valid NV drivers license by date of hire
Conditions of Employment
Employment is contingent upon a successful completion of a background check
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to perform physical tasks such as moving carrying and lifting objects up to 30 lbs.; walking sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time; occasional stooping bending and kneeling to support office event set-up and clean-up
Compensation
This position starts at $25/hr.
Schedule
This position will work approximately 20 hours per week.
NoFull-Time Equivalent
45.0%Required Attachment(s)
Please upload the following documents in the specified section:
Cover letter detailing how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you to succeed in this DRI role
Current resume
Contact information for three professional 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 qualification requirements are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
For more detailed information about DRI please visit us at . For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application please call the recruiting office at .
Posting Close Date
08/10/2026Note 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.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).
All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Working to solve our most challenging environmental problems. Since 1959, the faculty, students, and staff at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) have advanced scientific knowledge to help solve pressing environmental challenges and improve human health.
