Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Public Instruction

Announcement Number: 1763914072

Joe Lombardo
Governor
Jhone M. Ebert
Superintendent of
Public Instruction
Southern Nevada Office
2080 East Flamingo Rd,
Suite 210
Las Vegas, Nevada 89119-0811
Phone: (702) 486-6458
Fax: (702) 486-6450
STATE OF NEVADA
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
700 E. Fifth Street | Carson City, Nevada 89701-5096
Phone: (775) 687-9200 | www.doe.nv.gov | Fax: (775) 687-1116
UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Posted - April 15, 2024
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Recruitment Open To:
This is open competitive recruitment, open to all qualified applicants. This unclassified position is
appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Nevada Department of Education (NDE) is an executive state agency that works to provide
comprehensive pre-K-12 programs and support. NDE develops and implements education policy,
conducts educator licensure, and supports students, families, schools, educators, and districts via
programmatic and technical support. This work supports our mission to improve student achievement and
educator effectiveness by ensuring opportunities, facilitating learning, and promoting excellence.
APPROXIMATE Annual Salary:
Up to $ 71,650.00 plus benefits *Salary range reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by both the employee
and employer. An employer paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced gross salary. Salary does not
reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment of 11% effective 7/1/2024.
Benefits:
The State benefits package includes a retirement system, paid health, vision, dental, life and disability
insurance, 12 paid holidays, and paid sick and annual leave. Other employee paid benefits such as deferred
compensation plans are also available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
NDE is seeking an Executive Assistant who will work under limited supervision and directly support the
State Superintendent of Public Instruction. As the office manager for the Office of the Superintendent,
tasks include but are not limited to: maintaining correspondence and managing communications;
preparing administrative reports from varied source materials; reviewing, proofreading, editing, and
formatting documents originating from the Superintendent's Office; ensuring work product quality and
accuracy; communicating clearly with Department staff, district leaders, stakeholders, and elected
officials; compiling and distributing information; training and orienting staff to agency policies;
establishing business relationships and networks; budget tracking and preparation of financial records;
managing appointments, presentations, and travel; maintaining calendars; managing Office staff, including reviewing and approving leave requests and timesheets for subordinate personnel; providing
excellent customer service; maintaining poise and professionalism by keeping all information
confidential; and maintaining historical records.
Candidates will be asked to demonstrate a working knowledge of functions and operations in an
administrative office. Prior experience working in state government is preferred. The candidate must have
the ability to clearly communicate detailed and complex information to others on behalf of the
Superintendent, learn new tasks and information quickly, adapt to new protocols and practices easily, and
always be able to maintain a professional demeanor.
TO QUALIFY:
BS/BA in Business, Management, or other related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent
and five years of progressively responsible administrative support experience including administrative
support to multiple senior level staff; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience within a governmental, legal, or executive setting is preferred.
Position Location: Carson City, Nevada.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume, letter of interest, and three professional references to:
Angie Castellanos - angie.casellanos@doe.nv.gov
In subject line please reference: Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Public Instruction
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTILTHE POSITION IS FILLED.
All letters of interest and resumes will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may occur at
any time during the recruitment process.
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and
innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve
them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age,
disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic
information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

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