Student Worker - Student Life Activities Board Leader

Nevada State College•Henderson, NV

41d•$12

About The Position

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Student Life Activities Board Leader. The student worker will support the Student Life Activities Board which is a student-driven organization dedicated to creating, planning, and executing campus-wide events to encourage a vibrant campus culture at Nevada State. The Student Life Activities Board provides opportunities for students to develop leadership and event-planning skills as well as a way for students to become more connected to the campus community. 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.

Requirements

Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 2.0 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).
Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
Be creative and demonstrate personal initiative.
Willingness to create an engaging and robust campus life.
Flexible and open schedule availability for events/programs.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working on campus.
Previous experience in a customer service-driven position.
Familiarity with BeEngaged.nevadastate.edu and how to maximize its value as an end-user.
Experience using Canva or other platforms for creating promotional items.

Responsibilities

Help students feel welcome and connected to the Nevada State University community by planning large-scale and small-scale events and programming through the Office of Student life.
Track and manage an annual budget for the Student Life Activities Board.
Provide excellent communication and costumer service to any students or vendors inquiring about programs.
Meet one-on-one with Student Life Activities Board Advisor for check ins and professional development.
Maintain accurate records of receipts, invoices, and any purchase orders made for the year.
Provide a monthly report to the Nevada State Student Alliance on expenditures and event attendance.
Support in the creation of promotional items and marketing of all student life activities.
Help create post-attendance surveys to gather information and data to better provide a campus life experience at Nevada State.
Provide input on events effectiveness and suggest improvements based on mentee interactions and outcomes.
Work effectively with other Student Life and NSSA student workers, staff, and campus partners to ensure coordinated support for students.
Support Nevada State large scale events (Etc. Convocation, commencement and other events).