Senior Coordinator, Operations, University of Nevada Las Vegas [R0154283]

About the role

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

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About the role

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Senior Coordinator, Operations, University of Nevada Las Vegas [R0154283]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Administrative Assistant for the Office of the President provides comprehensive administrative and support services to the Senior Adviser. This position supports the Senior Advisor's efforts in advancing the university's external relations, fundraising initiatives, and foundation partnerships.

The Administrative Assistant manages complex schedules, maintains donor and foundation records, prepares correspondence and presentations, provides front desk support for the President's office, and ensures smooth operations of the office.

This role requires excellent organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including donors, foundation representatives, university leadership, and campus personnel.

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree
• Minimum three (3) years of administrative experience in a professional setting
• Demonstrated experience managing calendars and scheduling complex meetings
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, calendar management systems, and workplace technology
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional discretion
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with donors, foundation representatives, and university leadership
• Customer service experience and ability to provide professional front desk support
• Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit environment
• Experience supporting executive-level leadership or advancement functions

Knowledge of higher education philanthropy, fundraising, or foundation relations:

• Experience managing donor or prospect databases
• Experience with advancement software or donor management systems
• Background in grant writing or proposal preparation
• Familiarity with foundation research and giving trends

Front desk or reception experience in a professional or executive setting

Commitment to Our Campus Values

Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging. They will model our Campus Values in their decision-making and inspire excellence across our community.

Salary

• Salary range is $60,000.00-$70,000.00. Unable to offer more than stated salary.

Competitive total rewards package including

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks & Programs

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Jenna Heath, Search Committee Chair.

• Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on December 7, 2026.
• Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

• Veterans are encouraged to apply.
• UNLV values the skills of those who have served.
• Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at or and include the job requisition number in your email subject line.

Special Instructions for Internal Nshe Candidates

• Current UNLV and Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) employees must apply through Workday. Type Find Jobs in the Workday search bar or access the page directly here: JOB HUB
• Search for this position using the job requisition number R0154283.

To ensure your application is processed correctly, current UNLV and NSHE employees should apply internally through Workday. If you submit an application through the external careers site, you will be asked to reapply as an internal application, which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

• Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world.
• UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.

The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

• Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country.
• UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates.
• The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago.
• We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.