Job Information
City of Reno Program Assistant in Reno, Nevada
POSITION: Program Assistant
SCHEDULE: Full Time
LOCATION: Reno, NV
SALARY:
$54,100.80 - $76,044.80
Closing Date
3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
TO APPLY:
Direct Link -https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno/jobs/5238361/program-assistant?page=2andpagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Careers Page -http://www.cityofreno.com and https://www.reno.gov/government/municipal-court/jobs
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SUMMARY:
The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced public service environment and brings strong administrative judgment and program knowledge to their work. This individual will independently perform advanced clerical and specialized administrative duties, support and coordinate assigned programs, and serve as a knowledgeable resource to staff, partners, and the public.
MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.
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Education:
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Experience:
Three years of increasingly responsible clerical, programmatic, and administrative support experience including some experience directly related to processing applications.
OR
Two years of experience as an Office Assistant II with the City of Reno in a programmatic area that is substantially similar to the program being recruited for.
License:
Valid driver's license issued.
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Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
Perform a variety of advanced clerical and routine technical, programmatic, and administrative duties requiring the application of specific program knowledge and administrative, secretarial, and clerical skills in support of a City department, division, or program; assume responsibility for specific program area duties; provide assistance in administrative and operating programs as assigned.
Serve as primary contact and liaison for assigned functions and programs with other City staff, the general public, and outside agencies and organizations; screen office calls, visitors, and mail; provide information and assistance including responding to requests for information and assistance; assist the public and other City staff in interpreting and applying City policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances; research information related to City regulations and departmental policies; explain, justify, and defend programs, policies, and activities.
Conduct a variety of studies and research for assigned area; collect, compile, and review information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to program area of assignment; participate in the preparation of reports that present data, identify alternatives, and make and justify recommendations.
Perform a variety of special projects and assignments in assigned area including the implementation and coordination of assigned program and project components; assist with the development of policies and procedures; implement and monitor program activities.
Verify and review materials, applications, records, and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; apply applicable policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and reports; provide information and forms to the public; collect and process appropriate information.
Assist in coordinating and monitoring the assigned budget and contracts; compile annual budget requests; prepare revenue projections; recommend expenditure requests for designated accounts; monitor approved budget accounts; process progress payments and monitor contractual expenses