Student Worker – ASUN Co-Director of Student Elections and Democratic Engagement

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

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About The Position

Through involvement within ASUN and the Center for Student Engagement, students will be better prepared to develop cognitive complexity, interpersonal competence, humanitarianism and civic engagement, knowledge acquisition, construction, integration, and application, intrapersonal development, and practical competence. The Student Employee can diagnose problems, generate and choose between multiple solutions, and evaluate outcomes. The Student Employee can transform information into knowledge, use the knowledge to make a judgment, and then make purposeful actions. The Student Employee can develop an understanding of group dynamics and effective teamwork. The Student Employee can recognize the importance of and actively seek contributions from those with differing perspectives. The Student Employee can explain how government functions and interacts with constituents. The Student Employee understand the importance of and work to develop professional relationships with constituents, staff, faculty, peers, etc. The Student Employee can gather and analyze information in order to formulate opinions on issues that affect my constituents. The Student Employee can understand and apply rules and protocols set forth in all governing documents. By applying for this position, you are considered a candidate for the position and must meet the requirements of eligibility for employment by the Center for Student Engagement. Requirements include a minimum GPA of 2.00 and currently enrolled in 15 credit hours. If hired, you must successfully complete 30 hours per academic year to stay on track toward graduation.

Requirements

• Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno as an undergraduate student
• Candidate must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized and creative problem solver
• Candidate must have a commitment to inclusion, social justice, and equity
• Candidate must have the ability to passionately speak with others
• Candidate must adhere to the following guidelines: Maintain a 2.00 GPA and successfully pass 30 credit/year.
• Perform all duties and instructions outlined in the ASUN Governing Documents for elections.
• Uphold the Nevada Student Code of Conduct.
• Meet all deadlines set forth.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Work scheduled hours.
• Properly complete and submit HR paperwork on time.
• Assist in the promotion of the mission of the Center for Student Engagement.
• Behave in a manner that is ethical, maintaining a high level of integrity.
• Refrain from engaging in situations that create a conflict of interest.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-term and long-term strategies that enhance voter engagement
• Conduct the mandatory candidates meeting to inform all candidates regarding the elections process and guidelines
• Work with the Attorney General to facilitate the ASUN Primary and General Elections
• Ensure adherence to the Statues of the Associated Students throughout the elections process
• Work with CSE staff to develop and implement voter registration strategies
• Develop and implement educational presentations to encourage student participation in ASUN, local, state, and national elections
• Develop strategies to increase the participation of historically underrepresented groups in the elections and voting processes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed