Student Worker - ASUN Assistant Director of Campus Wellness

Updated: about 13 hours ago
Location: Reno, NEVADA
Job Type: PartTime

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or [email protected] . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. 

Job Description


The Associated Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN) is made up of every undergraduate student at the University of Nevada. ASUN provides a means for students to voice concerns and address issues at the university, local, state, national, and international levels. 


 


Responsibilities 


The duties of the Assistant Director of Campus Wellness are as follows: 


  • Act as the Director of Campus Wellness in the Director’s absence or at the Director’s request 

  • Program and promote events and initiatives related to campus health and wellness assigned by the Director of Campus Wellness, including but not limited to, It’s On Us, green Dot Training, Pack Fit, Wellness Wednesdays, etc. 

  • Work with Inkblot and campus marketing organizations to promote campus wellness resources and manage Department public relations. 

  • Collaborate with ASUN and campus entities to provide support and informational resources to students regarding issues of public health. 

  • Responsible for attending all ASUN retreats, and trainings as decided by the Director of Campus Wellness and the Director of Executive Outreach. 


Required Qualifications 


  • Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno 

During my tenure in this appointed position, I agree to adhere to the following guidelines: 


  • Maintain a 2.00 GPA and be enrolled in at least 7 credits 

  • Perform all duties and instructions outlined by the ASUN Governing Documents 

  • Uphold the Nevada Student Code of Conduct 

  • Meet all deadlines set forth, attend all required meetings and training, work scheduled hours, properly complete and submit HR paperwork on time, assist in the promotion of the mission of ASUN and Nevada, behave in a manner that is ethical, maintain a high level of integrity 

  • Other duties as called upon by my position 


I understand if I do not adhere to the items outlined in this agreement or what is stated in the ASUN Governing Documents, my position may be subject to disciplinary action by the ASUN Judicial Council and/or the University of Nevada. 


Preferred Qualifications 


  • Experience in fields related to public health, psychology, counseling, social work, or related health sciences field through course of study, previous work experience, or extracurricular activities 

  • Motivation to develop and implement wellness initiatives or programs, including planning, promotion, and evaluation 

  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices and current trends in wellness promotion and mental health 

  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in wellness programming and support services 

  • Motivation to further the goals and initiatives under the Impact Nevada platform, through: 


  • Collaborating with the Center for Student Engagement and other campus departments to increase students’ access to basic needs and awareness of services 

  • Working to coordinate student advisory boards such as those relating to affordable housing and power-based violence 

  • Connecting students to mental health resources on campus and in the community 

  • Understanding perceptions of  campus safety to address student needs 

  • Advocating to expand student access to fentanyl testing strips and naloxone on campus 


  • Excellent organization and project management skills in a team-based environment with multiple projects 

  • Flexibility and adaptability within role; ability to time manage and prioritize tasks 

  • Willingness to mentor an intern during the fall and spring semesters 


 


Compensation Grade 


Student Employee Level 1 


$3,000 distributed evenly over a 12-month period in a single-term 


 


Disclaimer 


The Association reserves the right to request additional documents for employment. The Association reserves the right NOT to fill this position. 


This ASUN Student Leader position is an appointed member of the student government. By applying for this position, you are considered a candidate for the position and must meet the requirements of eligibility for the office for which they are running as stated in the ASUN Constitution and the ASUN Statutes of the Associated Students. Applying for this position does not automatically employ you into this position and the candidate must partake in being interviewed by peers and to be appointed by the ASUN Senate to this position. Please refer to http://www.nevadaasun.com/documents/ for more information. 


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 [email protected] .

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application


Resume - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. 


Cover Letter - Please explain why you want to be the ASUN Assistant Director of Marketing and Special Projects for the Department of Campus Wellness and what you think you will contribute to the Associated Students of the University of Nevada. 


Portfolio - Compile a document that includes an introduction about yourself and your goals for the 92nd session for the ASUN Department of Campus Wellness. Please outline your approach to campus wellness and potential initiatives to promote student well-being in the community, including ideas for projects and marketing strategies. 


Two References - Please include the name, title, contact information, and relationship for two (2) professional references. You can include this in your resume. 


Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. 

 

Posting Close Time

This posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior.

Posting Close Date

05/11/2024

Note to Applicant

A background check will 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.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

  

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 employment and as a condition of continued employment.

    

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada, Reno 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), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). 

About Us

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (“Very High Research”) university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the “Best National Universities” and “Best National Public Universities.” It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times’ “Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.”

Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada’s first medical school – the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine – and it delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics.

The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. In recent years, the University has expanded to include two additional locations: the Redfield Campus in south Reno and the Wayne L. Prim campus in Incline Village, which is the home of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe.

 As part of the Nevada System of Higher Education – comprised of two research universities, one state college, four community colleges and an environmental research institute –  the University is committed to developing strong partnerships with each of these institutions for the benefit of all Nevadans.

Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that’s transforming Nevada’s communities and businesses, the University continues its nearly 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world.

The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students’ cognitive growth and academic achievement – all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.

For more information, please visit the University’s website .


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