Special Assistant to the VP of Government and Community Engagement, UNLV Government and Community Engagement [R0150825]

Nevada System of Higher Education•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Special Assistant to the Vice President is essential for ensuring the strategic objectives and seamless operations of the Office of Government and Community Engagement. This pivotal role provides high-level support to the vice president (VP), the VP’s direct reports, and the entire division. Responsibilities include serving as the primary operational lead and point of contact with a great deal of autonomy to ensure the office is running smoothly day-to-day, related to both operations and administrative functions. This position manages schedules, assists with the preparation of briefing materials, assists with stakeholder engagement, ensuring smooth coordination of projects, community and legislative initiatives, and executive-level communications. The role serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, supports event planning and outreach, and manages the day-to-day functions of the office to enhance the organization’s visibility and impact in the community. Additionally, this role serves as a key liaison between internal leadership, elected officials, government agencies, and community partners while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality and discretion in all matters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
3-5 years of experience
Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.
UNLV may consider additional relevant experience in place of formal education requirements: In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants may qualify with four additional years of relevant experience, or with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of experience in executive support, government affairs, public policy, or related field.
Experience in legislative, regulatory, or political environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serving as the primary operational lead and point of contact with a great deal of autonomy to ensure the office is running smoothly day-to-day, related to both operations and administrative functions.
Managing schedules
Assisting with the preparation of briefing materials
Assisting with stakeholder engagement
Ensuring smooth coordination of projects, community and legislative initiatives, and executive-level communications.
Serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Supporting event planning and outreach
Managing the day-to-day functions of the office to enhance the organization’s visibility and impact in the community.
Serving as a key liaison between internal leadership, elected officials, government agencies, and community partners while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality and discretion in all matters.