Description:

The Academic Coaches are an essential element in the Learning Resources and Support mission to empower individuals to be curious and become independent innovative learners through coaching WNC students and supporting LRS functions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provides academic coaching in either a group or individual setting. May also provide tutoring online. Assists in developing and presenting workshops. Assists in developing resources to support the mission of the LRS department. Attend training and other meetings as required. Adheres to all FERPA requirements. Follows the National Tutoring Association Code of ethics (http://www.ntatutor.com/code-of-ethics.html) Maintains statistical and other records as required. Provides tours of the library. Provides first-line research assistance. Assists patrons with basic computer skills. Greets patrons as they enter the library. Assists patrons with basic circulation functions. Issues library cards. Answers phones. Re-shelves library materials. Performs regular sweeps of the library to ensure clean and tidy work environment. (Study rooms, whiteboards, markers, supplies, furniture, library materials etc.) Takes requests for inter-library loans. Assists patrons make copies. Handles cash accurately. Performs occasional data entry tasks. Assists with department projects.

One semester of college education and a grade of B or better in the subject area at the level of tutoring. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse users, colleagues, and faculty. Effective literacy, communication and presentation skills. Customer service focus. Strong work ethic. Fluency in Spanish is a strength.

Description:

• The Associated Students of Western Nevada (ASWN) is Western Nevada Colleges student
  government. ASWNs purpose is to represent all students currently enrolled at Western Nevada
  College through communication directed toward a united effort to enhance student life. ASWN is
  responsible for addressing student issues brought before the organization and:
  A. Make recommendations concerning student welfare to those persons responsible for
  administration and college policies.
  B. Enact legislation concerning student activities. Such legislation shall be consistent with rules,
  regulations and policies adopted by the Board of Regents and approved by the President of
  Western Nevada College.
  C. Provide leadership for all of the student body.
  D. Assist in directing or coordinating ASWN events.
  E. Assess student opinions and needs as deemed necessary and proper, and to encourage
  student involvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a student currently enrolled in at least 6 credits at Western Nevada College
• Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Must be able to attend events and comply with all other requirements stated in the ASWN Constitution as well as the ASWN Policies and Procedures Manual

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have an interest in working with students and have a positive, professional and caring attitude
• Provide excellent customer service and excel at communicating with others
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit leadership, initiative, dependability, discipline and enthusiasm
• Have WNC school spirit, be neat in appearance and have pride in WNC!

Duties & Responsibilities:All Student Government members upon winning their seat in ASWN Student Government Elections will be expected, regardless of position, to:

• Attend ALL weekly ASWN meetings
• Attend any special ASWN meeting as called by the president
• Hold weekly office hours
• Volunteer for various ASWN sponsored events and community service initiatives
• Serve on campus committees as appointed by the ASWN President
• Attend ALL ASWN fall and spring retreats and trainings
• Represent Western Nevada College during college events
• Assist with duties and tasks related to events put on by various Western Nevada College departments, clubs and organizations
• Work with diverse populations and provide tips on being a successful student
• Connect students to faculty, academic advisors, staff, and college resources
• Encourage involvement in college clubs/organizations and campus events
• Promote and enhance the marketing efforts of all programming and events for WNC students
• Maintain the ASWN service areas appearance and professionalism
• Assist with a variety of office related tasks
• All other duties as assigned

Description:

• Summary for Audio-Visual Technology Assistant:
  • The A-V Technology Assistant will be key in supporting Digital Campus & Technology role in providing instructional and audio-visual technology support in classrooms, learning spaces,

  meeting spaces, and special events for the Western Nevada College Community.

  Duties & Responsibilities may include:

  • Answer all incoming phone calls and respond appropriately to all phone inquiries
  • Complete administrative tasks and offering excellent customer service
  • Assist with technology support for both in-person and remote video classes
  • Assist with physical setup or installations of equipment on campus, including running a-v cables, taping cables to floor, positioning speakers, tri-pods, setting up mobile projection screens, etc.
  • Assist with departments online work order requests, following procedures to communicate customer requests to technicians
  • Assist with organizing and posting equipment and service request orders
  • Perform general maintenance and cleaning of equipment
  • Data collection and entry for inventory reports
  • Pick up and deliver audio-visual equipment around campus
  • Model appropriate behaviors that support the department culture and vision
  • Attend training and other meetings as required
  • Maintain a clean and tidy work environment
  • Assist with department projects

  Other duties as assigned

• Qualifications:

  • • Basic understanding of Computer Systems
    • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); experience with Google Docs a plus
    • General knowledge of professional phone interaction
    • General knowledge of effective oral and written communication practices
    • Demonstrated ability to multitask
    • Demonstrated ability to file document chronologically and alphabetically
    • Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively
    • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment
    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele
    • Must be a student currently enrolled in at least 6 credits at Western Nevada College
    • Must possess an unexpired class C drivers license and be able to pass the WNC driver safety course

    Not Required but Helpful

    • Knowledge of Windows, Mac OSX , and iOS Operating Systems
    • Experience operating video cameras
    • Experience with Audio-Visual Technology
    • Video editing skills (Camtasia, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere)

  Physical Demands
  While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to have vision, good listening, and speaking skills. The employee maybe required to sit and or stand for extended periods of time.

  The employee is occasionally required to walk distances, reach with arms and hands, climb ladders, kneel, or crawl. The employee will sometimes need to lift up to 50 pounds.

  Work Environment
  While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Job Duties:

• Backup cashiering
• Fill printers/faxes/scanners daily with paper
• Shred documents
• File daily
• Assist in answering phones
• Retrieve mail daily
• Process accounts payable checks as needed
• Clean and organize office as requested
• Organize files under the supervision of the Head Cashier.

Qualifications:

• Required: Knowledge of Data Processing or working on a computer.
• Must be polite and work well with others.
• Ability to deal with people in a professional manner.
• Accuracy in keyboarding and financial transactions.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Description:

We are seeking a reliable and responsible Student Worker to join our Central Recieving team. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing various mailroom tasks efficiently and effectively.

Job Duties:

• Receive and sign for packages as needed.
• Lift and transport packages weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Sort packages and mail according to building assignments.
• Assist in delivering mail and packages to the designated locations.
• Stamp mail and ensure it is ready for dispatch.

Qualifications:

• Must be a current student
• Must be able to follow directions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.

• Be able to work with minimal supervision/ self-driven

Description: 

We are seeking a motivated and tech-savvy student worker to join our Computing Services team. The IT Student Worker will assist with various technical support tasks, providing essential assistance to students, faculty, and staff. This role offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional IT environment while balancing academic commitments.

Job Duties:

• Provide first-level technical support for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computers, printers, and other IT equipment.
• Help manage IT inventory, including tracking and organizing equipment.
• Support the IT team with projects, such as software updates and system upgrades.
• Respond to help desk requests and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Document technical procedures and create user guides.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a student at the college.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware, software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Previous experience in a technical support role is a plus but not required.

Description:

The Continuing Education Assistant is an essential element in the Continuing Education mission to empower individuals to be curious and become independent, innovative thinkers through completing administrative tasks and offering excellent customer service.

Job Duties:

• Answer all incoming phone calls and respond appropriately to all phone inquiries
• Respond to visitors by answering questions and providing directions
• File paperwork for all upcoming and completed courses and for department staff
• Post flyers for upcoming courses on campus and in the community
• Prepare class packets and materials and process paperwork following the completion of classes
• Complete physical setup of classrooms prior to classes and return classrooms to their original setups following classes
• Post class information on local newspaper calendars
• Post flyers around campus
• Pick up and drop off paperwork and items from various offices around campus
• Model appropriate behaviors that support the department culture and vision
• Observe areas for improvement and regularly communicate these observations to the Continuing Education Coordinator
• Assist in developing resources to support the mission of the CE Department
• Attend training and other meetings as required
• Demonstrate utmost respect for the privacy of student information
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment
• Assist with department projects
• Compile program information, including instructor feedback forms and incident reports
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); experience with Google Docs a plus
• General knowledge of professional phone interaction
• General knowledge of effective oral and written communication practices
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Demonstrated ability to file documents chronologically and alphabetically
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele
• Conversational Spanish ability is a plus
• Must be a student currently enrolled in at least 6 credits at Western Nevada College
• Preferred: Holds an unexpired class C drivers license and is able to pass the WNC driver safety course