Student Worker- ASUN Assistant Director of Government Affairs

Nevada System of Higher Education•Reno, NV

About The Position

The Associated Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN) is comprised of every undergraduate student at the University of Nevada. ASUN provides a platform for students to voice concerns and address issues at the university, local, state, national, and international levels. This role supports the Department of Government Affairs in its operations.

Requirements

Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Maintain a 2.00 GPA.
Be enrolled in at least 7 credits.
Perform all duties and instructions outlined by the ASUN Governing Documents.
Uphold the Nevada Student Code of Conduct.
Meet all deadlines set forth.
Attend all required meetings and training.
Work scheduled hours.
Properly complete and submit HR paperwork on time.
Assist in the promotion of the mission of ASUN and Nevada.
Behave in a manner that is ethical.
Maintain a high level of integrity.
Perform other duties as called upon by the position.

Nice To Haves

Background in political science and government relations through course of study and/or prior work experience.
Existing knowledge of the Nevada State Legislature.
Motivation to support the goals and initiatives of ASUN.
Conducting student outreach to understand non-partisan legislative priorities of the student body.
Connecting with state, local, and federal policymakers to brainstorm policy solutions to student issues.
Serving as a robust advocate within the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Furthering on-campus voter education and registration.
Sponsoring opportunities for political engagement on a nonpartisan basis.
Strong writing and policy analysis skills.
Ability to cultivate relationships with students, student clubs and organizations, and policymakers.
Ability to work effectively and respectfully with politically, ideologically, and culturally diverse people and communities.
Excellent organization and project management skills in a team-based environment with multiple projects.
Proficient at leading a cohesive team.

Responsibilities

Help coordinate and oversee the logistics, programming, research, and policy analysis of the Department.
Serve as support in conducting student-led lobbying efforts at all levels of government.
Act as the Director of Legislative Affairs in the absence of or at the request of the Director.
Plan, organize, and execute the curriculum of the Government Relations Internship Program, including producing educational components twice a semester on topics such as Policy Analysis, Student-led lobbying efforts, the Nevada Legislature and State Government Structure, Voter Registration, History of Nevada Politics, Policies that have impacted Higher Education, the Board of Regents, ASUN governing documents, data analysis, time management, leadership skills, and other relevant topics.
Include presentations or guest speakers to enhance the program's learning mission.
Coordinate a system for interns to report to the appropriate officer in the Department of Legislative Affairs as designated by the Assistant Director of Legislative Affairs.