"Student Employment and Outreach Coordinator"

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Employment and Outreach Coordinator. The Student Employment and Outreach Coordinator will support Student Financial Services by managing the university's Federal Work-Study and institutional student employment programs and coordinating outreach activities across all areas of student financial services. The position will promote student access and success through job placement support, budget monitoring, and the planning and delivery of events and presentations for students, families, and community partners.

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer the university's Federal Work-Study and institutional student employment programs, including awarding, eligibility tracking, and budget monitoring.
• Coordinate hiring processes and provide guidance to student employee supervisors and campus departments.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct outreach events and presentations related to all areas of Student Financial Services.
• Deliver presentations to students, families, and community partners to increase awareness of financial resources and promote student success.
• Support financial aid operations during peak periods by assisting with application processing, book vouchers, and other related tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in higher education, public administration, business, management, finance, information systems, or a related field; or a graduate degree in any field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in student financial services, financial aid, student employment, or a related area.
• Experience planning or supporting outreach events, presentations, or communications for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency using administrative systems such as PeopleSoft, Workday, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience administering Federal Work-Study or institutional student employment programs.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations or workshops to students or community groups.
• Familiarity with financial aid regulations, outreach strategies, and student engagement best practices.
• Experience working with first-generation college students or diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple departments and external partners.

Salary & Benefits: Budgeted salary for this position is $61,553. Nevada State University offers excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.

Required Attachment(s): Please upload the following documents: Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience; Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University; Names and contact information of three references.