Work Study Student Employee

4 days ago

Carson City, NV, United States Western Nevada College Full time

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Once you start the application process, you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

Human Resources
humanresources@wnc.edu
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

The Environmental Health and Safety Department is seeking a motivated student worker to join our new department and assist with various support tasks on our campus. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training in a professional EH&S environment, while balancing academic commitments

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Help manage EH&S inventory, including tracking and organizing equipment
  • Participate and attend orientations and other outreach events when needed
  • Scan, Shred, Copy, Sort, File, Label, Organize, Clean, etc.
  • Assist with campus inspections and documentation
  • Complete training and other learning opportunities as assigned. As training continues, duties may change with demonstrated knowledge
  • Any other duties as assigned
Work Study Required

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed, this position requires applicants to have been awarded Work Study funds. Work study funds are based on your eligibility determined by the FAFSA and are awarded as part of your Financial Aid package. If you have questions about work study and/or would like to be added to the Work Study waiting list, please contact the Student Employment Coordinator, Temple Campana, at temple.campana@wnc.edu

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
  • Work Study eligible
  • Able to work minimum of 10 hours per week
Student Employment Eligibility:

Fall & Spring Semester Eligibility
  • Enrollment in at least 6 credits each regular semester; and
  • Be in a degree seeking program; and
  • Meet all Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements:
  • 67% completion rate in the last enrolled semester
  • 67% cumulative completion rate
  • 2.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale
  • Have not exceeded the maximum number of credits allowed (90) or received two degrees
  • OR be on an approved appeal and on probation with an Academic Plan; and
  • Be authorized to work in the United States
Summer Eligibility - Students are eligible to work during the summer if they meet the following criteria:
  • Enrolled in at least 6 summer credits; or
  • Successfully have completed the spring semester and enrolled in the required 6 credits for the fall semester (summer enrollment in this case is not required); and
  • Meet all Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements listed previously; and
  • Be authorized to work in the United States
Changes in Student Eligibility

Continued employment is contingent on maintaining eligibility. If a student's eligibility changes their role may be subject to termination and/or they may be temporarily required to remain off work. If students' eligibility is on hold pending the results of an appeal, students are required to remain off work until the appeal has been satisfactorily resolved.

Work Study Required: Yes

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to follow oral and written directions
  • Ability to traverse campus multiple times daily
  • Meticulous record keeping and data entry skills, with great attention to detail
  • Strong problem-solving and organizing skills
Additional Information

Compensation: Student Employee - Level 1 $12-$15 an hour

Schedule

Scheduled and available hours may vary and are subject to change based on organizational needs. Workdays, hours, and times are negotiable depending on class schedules. Minimum 10 hours per week requirement.

Full-Time Equivalency

50% - 20 Hours Per Week
  • Students may not work during scheduled course times
  • Students may not work more than 20 hours per week (Sun-Sat) during academic periods in which they are enrolled (Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring semesters)
  • Students may not work more than 28 hours per week (Sun-Sat) during break periods, in which they are not taking courses (summer break, winter break, and spring break)
Questions

Hiring Supervisor - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department:
  • Katherine Strain, EH&S Coordinator
  • katherine.strain@wnc.edu OR 775-445-3348
Work Study & Student Employment Program - Some positions require student applicants to be awarded work study. For questions about Work Study, eligibility, minimum qualifications, or other questions related to the Student Employment Program please contact the Student Employment Coordinator:
  • Temple Campana, Scholarship & Student Employment Coordinator
  • 775-445-3260 | temple.campana@wnc.edu
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

humanresources@wnc.edu | (775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
50.0%

Required Attachment(s)
  • Resume/CV - Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications, skills, education, and experience


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish a qualified applicant pool

Posting Close Date
01/31/2026

Note to Applicant

Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcript is sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Western Nevada College, Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.

Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

Employment is contingent on the completion of appropriate background verification, which may include criminal history, credit history, sex and violent offender registry, education verification, licensure, and employment history to be administered by the Western Nevada College Human Resources office.

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