Administrative Assistant at Northwest Career College – Las Vegas, Nevada
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About This Position
Job Summary
The employee is responsible for performing duties and tasks that will increase the productivity of our institution. This position will work in a fast-paced environment and must have excellent time management and communication skills.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Produces information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics
- Conserves department’s time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications
- Welcomes guests and customers by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or directing inquiries
- Maintains customer confidence and protects the institution by keeping information confidential
- Completes projects; follows up on results
- Supports staff in assigned project-based work
- Ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance for operations
- Prepare and maintain required reports, documentation, and records
- Provide administrative and communication support for students and internal teams
- Serve as a liaison to support interdepartmental coordination
- Support externship planning, tracking, and related processes
- Assist with audits, data tracking, and quality control to ensure accuracy and timeliness
- Maintain and organize student and employer records and documentation
- Monitor and manage departmental communications and shared inboxes
- Provide operational, technical, and systems support as needed
- Coordinate meetings, scheduling, and departmental logistics
- Follow departmental policies, procedures, and standard operating practices
- Assist with projects, reporting, and special initiatives
- Perform additional duties as assigned by department leadership
Experience
- PREFERRED Administrative experience: 2-3 years
- Proficient in Google Workspace (G Suite)
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and general Microsoft Office applications
Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
License/Certification
- N/A
Education:
- N/A
Job Type
- Full-Time
Schedule
- Will be based on departmental needs
Salary
- $40,000-45,000 Annual Salary (based on education and experience)
Company Benefits (Work status may affect eligibility for some benefits)
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401k
- 401k Matching
- Employee Discount
- Professional Development Assistance
- Referral Program
- Retirement Plan
- On-Site Leadership Training
- CPR Certification Available to All Employees
- Most Federal Holidays Off – Paid, Full Time Only
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- External Higher Education Tuition Discounts
- Access to Free Massages through The Spa at Northwest
- Mental Health Reimbursement Program
Work Location (Will be based on departmental needs, examples below)
Company Accolades
- Best of Las Vegas
- Inc. 5000
- Talk of the Town
- Green Globes Building Certification
Notes to Applicant
- A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
- Please be prepared with 3-4 references during the interview process.
- Northwest Career College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Employees are eligible for a salary evaluation after 90 days. Term-based contracts are eligible for annual evaluations based on industry standards and expectations.
Disclaimer: Employment offers may be contingent upon employment verification. Northwest Career College may begin employment verification prior to hiring. Documentation for higher education, certifications, and licensures listed on your resume may be requested for accreditation purposes. If copies of these documents cannot be provided, you will be asked to update and resubmit your resume to Employee Services.
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Las Vegas, Nevada, 89128, United States region.