Student Worker - Arts Ambassador and NS Collections & Galleries Assistant

Nevada State University 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 . Job Description Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Arts Ambassador and NS Collections & Galleries Assistant. The student worker will support the Office for the Arts and report directly to the Senior Advisor & Executive Director for the Arts. Individuals in this role must possess an understanding of and be committed to the efficient operation of the office, programs, and galleries while maintaining confidentiality and best practices for the arts. They must take pride in their work and be proficient at prioritization and handling multiple tasks. Ideal candidates will possess a desire to be mentored in the arts and arts administration. The student worker will represent the Office for the Arts through various programs, events, exhibitions, committees, councils, and collaborations with student government and student organizations, other Divisions and Departments at Nevada State University, and through campus and public facing arts events and exhibitions. This position will assist with administrative and office support duties, coordinating events, and NS Collections & Galleries maintenance and programming. This includes things like audience data collection, assisting with grant and fundraising arts initiatives, program development, tours of the collections and exhibitions, and special projects. 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 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White. 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. Core Responsibilities: Arts Ambassador & Event Staffing Serve as an Arts Ambassador for the Office for the Arts for on/off-campus NS program activities which include events, tabling, booth set-up, maintaining proper attire, and speaking with prospective students, parents, and external organization representatives. Work on-campus and off-campus in various roles such as, but not limited to ambassador, event check-in, docent, set-up and take-down of events and meetings. Assist in the recruitment of arts programming participants and promote opportunities for prospective and current students to engage with the arts at Nevada State. Maintain notes and confidentiality of files created in the program office, which contain sensitive information. Provide in-class presentations about the Office for the Arts and its programs and events, or approved presentations as requested. Assist with the development of programming, workshops, presentations, events, and gallery exhibitions. Identify and develop areas of expertise for presentation. Create social media content, flyers, and other promotional material for review by the Senior Advisor & Executive Director for the Arts. NS Collections & Galleries Assistant Assist with art install/deinstall. Monthly/yearly inventory. Photograph collections and exhibitions for archives and promotional materials. Develop, schedule and lead tours of the collections and temporary exhibitions. Collect data for arts proposals, program evaluation, and audience building. Gather data and artifacts for required reporting. Office for the Arts Administrative Support Provide excellent customer service when communicating with the campus and public via phone, email, video, and in-person at the Office for the Arts, at office arts events and exhibitions, and/or other campus and community activities. Support general operations in copying, ordering, printing, and stocking of office and promotional material. Attend one-on-one meetings with the Senior Advisor & Executive Director for the Arts to discuss job responsibilities and opportunities for mentoring. Assist with office support, including creating and editing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. Perform a variety of clerical and organizational tasks including, but not limited to scheduling tours, appointments, and meetings, printing, making copies, scanning, filing, and record keeping. Provide administrative support for arts fundraising, grant research, proposals, and reporting. Other duties as assigned. 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 Nevada State. Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas). Customer service experience, and/or proven ability to work with the public. Organized self-starter with an ability to plan and manage several ongoing projects independently and with others without constant direct supervision. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in person, by phone, and online. Flexible schedule for assistance with programs during the day, night and occasional weekends. Demonstrated experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Facebook, Instagram, and X required. Ability to meet and manage tasks and deadlines. Must be dependable and able to use discretion and sound judgement regularly in handling and disseminating highly sensitive information about Nevada State stakeholders. Ability to work evenings and/or weekends. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, learn and apply procedures. Ability to operate and troubleshoot standard office machines such as personal computers, scanners, fax machines, copiers, shredders, Cricut, and calculators. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Canvas/WebCampus. Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position. Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of one (1) year customer service experience and/or experience in the hospitality or retail sector. Event planning experience, preferably with on-campus events. Strong knowledge of Nevada State campus and the Nevada State Collections & Galleries; ability to conduct campus art tours with prospective donors. (If not, training will be provided) Previous coursework or related experience in the arts, public history, or other related arts & culture experience. Work Hours: Student employees may work up to 19.5 hours per week. Scheduled hours may vary by week and season depending on events, projects, and student worker availability. Hourly Rate: $14.00 per hour. S pecial Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants Nevada State University employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the “Browse Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse 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 0.0% 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 . Please upload the following documents: Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience; Copy of Fall schedule and proof of current GPA; Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University; 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 | ) to receive assistance with their resume, cover letter, and/or interview skills. Posting Close Date 06/30/2027 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 University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Nevada State University