Administrative Assistant 4 - Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities at University of Nevada, Reno in Reno, NV

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The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu . Job Description The University of Nevada, College of Education is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant 4 to support the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities (NCED) administrative team. ** This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. ** This position supports the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities by providing comprehensive administrative, financial, data management, and programmatic support. Key responsibilities include coordinating Medicaid billing activities, developing and maintaining processes to support accurate and timely claims submission, monitoring billing activity and revenue, and ensuring compliance with applicable policies, requirements, and regulations. The role also coordinates center data reporting activities, audits data for accuracy and consistency, trains staff on data entry processes, supports reporting needs, and manages center asset reporting and technology resources. In addition, the position supports day-to-day office operations by coordinating meetings and events, purchasing supplies, reconciling purchasing card and travel transactions, coordinating with campus units, and assisting with employee onboarding. Working collaboratively with NCED leadership and staff, this position helps ensure accurate financial and program data, efficient administrative processes, and effective day-to-day operations of the center. Required Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of progressively responsible relevant work experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: providing administrative/program support to professional staff and management; performing secretarial duties in support of a manager; coordinating communications between the manager, staff and program clientele; supervision of subordinate staff; researching information from internal and external sources; OR One year of experience as an Administrative Assistant III in Nevada State service; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Preferred Qualifications candidates with the following are encouraged to apply: Direct experience with healthcare/human services billing, especially within Medicaid Direct or indirect experience working with people with disabilities Experience working in a university setting, including working across departments and programs Experience working in a decentralized center, with employees located across the state Schedule The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. Compensation Grade Grade 29 In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code. To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation . Select Salary schedule, PP01. For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator The Perks of PERS Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. For information on contribution rates, please visit: NV PERS Contribution Rates Rich retirement plan - Retirement Calculator Perks of Working at UNR Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance Life insurance, generous annual and sick le