1000 Hour Appointment - Student Life Special Projects Assistant

Job Description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of 1000 Hour Appointment - Student Life Special Projects Assistant. The 1000 hour appointment will support departmental operations during a time of staff transition. This position will play a critical role in supporting our 35 active student clubs and organizations, provide general support for key campus events, assist with managing the RSC Front Desk, as well as marking and promotion for departmental events. This position will also assist with research for the Alternative Break programming efforts.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage email and communication requests from the 35 Active Clubs and Organizations at Nevada State University.
• Provide general support for key campus activities and events.
• Help manage coverage at the Rogers Student Center (RSC) Front Desk and indirectly support Student Life Assistants.
• Manage Student Life marketing and promotions.
• Coordinate outreach and research for Alternative Break programming.
• Help with purchasing and order requests (pick-ups and payments).
• Assist NSSA Advisor with Administrative Tasks (Posting agendas, email correspondence and proxy if both Advisor and AD of Student Life are unavailable).

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to cultivate relationships with campus constituents.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Understanding of event planning processes and ability to support student groups in executing successful events.
• Ability to provide administrative support to functional areas in a timely manner.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited higher education institution
• Knowledge of student development theory
• One years of related experience working directly with students