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• 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
[email protected] 
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

The Student Ambassador Program is a leadership opportunity for students who are dedicated to serving and representing Western Nevada College. Student Ambassadors provide campus tours, execute various services to the campus, and perform duties at various WNC campus and community events. Student Ambassadors serve in the Student Center and are many times a first point of contact to visitors, both by phone and in person.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Welcome and greet the public at the Student Center and around campus

• Provide various services and referrals to the campus

• Develop an expanded knowledge of Western Nevada College

• Conduct campus tours for new students, schools, classes, and guests

• 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 Student Center service area appearance and professionalism

• Assist with a variety of office related tasks

• Attend required Student Ambassador meetings and trainings

• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Google Docs a plus

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: No

Additional Information

Compensation: Student Employee - Level 1 $15 an hour

Schedule

Scheduled and available hours may vary and are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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:

• Student Life Department        

• [email protected] OR 775-445-3218

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 | [email protected]

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

[email protected] | (775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703

Exempt 

No

Full-Time Equivalent

50.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume

Posting Close Date

07/30/2026

Note to Applicant

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at [email protected] or (775) 445-4235

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703

 

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

 

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

 

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

 

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

 

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.

 

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. 

 

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

 

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

 

Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.