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Student Worker - Nevada Water NSF Project
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Position Number: 3199752
Location: Henderson, NV
Position Type: Computer and Information Technology

Student Worker - Nevada Water NSF Project

Nevada State College (NSC) appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

The required documents are listed below on the posting. Your application may not be considered if you do not attach the required documents.
Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Completed applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
Please note, recruitment will close without notice when a hiring decision has been made.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (702) 992-2320 or apply@nsc.edu.

Job Description

Nevada State College (NSC) invites applications for the position of "Nevada Water" student team member. The Student Worker will contribute to the work of the NSF-funded Nevada Water team, comprised of faculty from NSC, DRI, and UNR (link to press release.). This student will be heavily involved in planning and implementing a series of online conversations with stakeholders across Nevada, liaising with UNR and DRI faculty, completion of research on federal, state, local, and non-profit state organizations involved in important water policies in Nevada, and facilitating conversations with stakeholders around important, but sometimes contentious issues around water. In addition, the students will participate in 3 one-day field experiences where professionals will go out together to see field operations, as well as a 2-day conference in January 2023, where more planning for the second phase of the project will be completed.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Nevada State College, 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 under-served student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), NSC is a college where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 45% are Hispanic, 14% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 9% are Black/African American, 24% are White, and 9% 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 college and progress its mission, the college dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of NSC, 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.

Core Responsibilities:

Attending online meetings of the Nevada Water team, making recommendations for future areas of emphasis, debriefing with Edmonds to determine areas where knowledge gaps exists, and addressing those knowledge gaps through research.
Complete extensive research and synthesis of findings on current water issues in Nevada.
Assist with special efforts to facilitate conversations with Nevada stakeholders in southern Nevada through online conversations.
Summarize conversations amongst Nevada Water stakeholders to identify key areas for emphasis for next phase of project.
Participate in online small group conversations, one-day field experiences, and 2-day conference proceedings.
Interact with the NSC community via social media to promote interest in the Nevada Water project

Minimum Qualifications:

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 NSC.
Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (NSC does not sponsor employment-related visas)
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students, staff and faculty effectively
Passion for learning about the organizational structure in federal, state and local agencies involved in water resource management
Strong written and oral communication skills including presentation skills
Strong organizational skills
Interest in climate change outreach and education
Strong support for a welcoming and inclusive Nevada State culture

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Majoring in Environmental and Resource Science
Training in Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity either in previous job or through academic experiences
Interest in environmental justice issues and sensitivity to the need for inclusive curricular experiences

Work Hours:

Student employees can work up to 19.5 hours per week.

Hourly Rate:

$12.00 per hour

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

NSC employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSC, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSC and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at applytonsc@nsc.edu.

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 College;
Copy of Fall or Spring schedule and proof of current GPA;
Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Student candidates are encouraged to visit the Career Services Center (RSC 128 | 702-992-2611 | career@nsc.edu to receive assistance with their resume, cover letter, and/or interview skills.

Posting Close Date
03/31/2023

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State College does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nevada State College

To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NSC-external/job/NSC---Henderson/Student-Worker---Nevada-Water-NSF-Project_R0131201