Assistant to the Executive Director (FT or PT)

ABOUT THE ACLU OF NEVADA

As Nevada’s largest and most active organization devoted to the protection and advancement of civil rights and civil liberties, the ACLU of Nevada (ACLUNV) is one of the state’s most effective public interest organizations. ACLUNV works on a broad range of issues, including but not limited to free speech, election protection, prisoners’ rights, immigrants' rights, and others. To learn more about the work of the ACLU of Nevada, principles we uphold, and some of the cases that we are currently litigating, please visit www.aclunv.org. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

ACLUNV seeks applicants for the Assistant to the Executive Director position in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to Executive Director Athar Haseebullah, Esq.. This is an exempt and in-person position and is based in our Las Vegas office. The position is ideally a full-time position but for the right candidate, a part-time position may also be possible. ACLUNV's ordinary hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with events often occurring during evening hours and on weekends. All full-time employees work 40 hours per week. 

RESPONSIBLE TO: 

Executive Director 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay is based on experience and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $22-25 per hour or the full time salary equivalent. Full-time, salaried employees receive employer paid healthcare, vision, and dental coverage, and significant retirement account matches. Part-time employees are not entitled to benefits but flexibility in scheduling within working hours may be advantageous to some. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage and maintain the Executive Director’s calendar, speaking engagements, and travel arrangements as directed; 


• Staff the Executive Director at public events by preparing for and attending events alongside the Executive Director; 


• Prepare meeting agendas, gather necessary materials, and provide logistical support; 


• Take minutes, summarize discussions, and follow up on action items; 


• Prepare, submit, and maintain expense reports;   


• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of special projects; 

• Assist in managing vendors, etc.; and


• Provide general administrative support and other related responsibilities as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Consistency in employment;


• Experience as an administrative assistant, receptionist, or work in a similar administrative role; 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills; 


• Strong written and verbal communication abilities; 


• Flexibility in schedule (for FT applicants);


• Social media skills (preferred but not required);


• Other language skills (preferred but not required).
  

HOW TO APPLY
 

To apply, please submit: (1) a cover letter and (2) resume online at https://aclunv.bamboohr.com/jobs/   

THE ACLUNV VALUES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, MARITAL STATUS, CITIZENSHIP, DISABILITY, VETERAN STATUS, AND RECORD OF ARREST OR CONVICTION.