Student Worker

Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

• The required documents are listed below on the posting. Your application may not be considered if you do not attach the required documents.

• Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Completed applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

• Please note, recruitment will close without notice when a hiring decision has been made.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at or

Job Description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Disability Resource Center. The student worker for the Disability Resource Center (DRC) will be responsible for providing inquiring students with information regarding receiving ADA approved accommodations, writing the accommodation letters, scheduling appointments for students who take their exams in the DRC office, and proctoring exams. This position will also assist with data entry, scanning, filing, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have a reliable work history, interpersonal and organizational skills, and be able to maintain a professional appearance. While also doing other tasks like note taking and other as assigned.

At times, these individuals may be asked to serve as the initial point of contact for the DRC Office when greeting visitors (faculty, staff, student, community member, legislation, etc).

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2024, the enrollment surpassed 7,500, with 7,464 undergraduate students and 85 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 41% are Hispanic, 13% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 9% are Black/African American, 22% are White, and 6% are multiracial.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Core Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme diligence with confidential information and materials.
• Serve as test proctor and assistant (reader and/or scribe).
• Serve as a note taker.
• Guide/advise students (current and prospective) in completing DRC related electronic forms;
• Create content appropriate DRC social media posts (Instagram).
• Serve as a role model/mentor to new student workers and assist in their training.
• Document all interaction with students in case management systems.
• Participate in intensive initial and ongoing trainings to develop knowledge and skills necessary to best serve students with disabilities, and learn and follows all Disability Resource Center policies and procedures.
• Uphold office commitment to service quality, student empowerment, diversity, teamwork, and respect for student confidentiality at all times.
• Provide basic office information pertaining to obtaining DRC support services.
• Greet visitors, answers phones, screens transfers, routes calls to voicemail, or takes messages.
• Provide professional, accurate and service oriented reception in a busy office.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester at Nevada State.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Sensitivity to students with special needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student documentation.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to follow instructions, show initiative, work well with others, and stay focused at the task at hand.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Knowledge of computer applications, office systems, and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions, show initiative, work well with others, and stay focused.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work effectively as a team member in a diverse office.
• Respond promptly to changing priorities.
• Learn new tasks quickly.

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Work Hours:

Student employees can work up to 19.5 hours per week.

Hourly Rate:

$14.00 per hour.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

Nevada State University employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Exempt 

Full-Time Equivalent

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at

Please upload the following documents: 

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Copy of Fall or Spring schedule and proof of current GPA;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
• Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Student candidates are encouraged to visit the Career Services Center (RSC 128 | | ) to receive assistance with their resume, cover letter, and/or interview skills.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.