Work Study Student Employee - Environmental Health and Safety Assistant
New Yesterday
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If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:
Human Resources
humanresources@wnc.edu
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703
Job Description
The Environmental Health and Safety Department is seeking a motivated student worker to join our new department and assist with various support tasks on our campus. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training in a professional EH&S environment, while balancing academic commitments
Duties & Responsibilities: Help manage EH&S inventory, including tracking and organizing equipment
Participate and attend orientations and other outreach events when needed
Scan, Shred, Copy, Sort, File, Label, Organize, Clean, etc.
Assist with campus inspections and documentation
Complete training and other learning opportunities as assigned. As training continues, duties may change with demonstrated knowledge
Any other duties as assigned
Work Study Required
In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed, this position requires applicants to have been awarded Work Study funds. Work study funds are based on your eligibility determined by the FAFSA and are awarded as part of your Financial Aid package. If you have questions about work study and/or would like to be added to the Work Study waiting list, please contact the Student Employment Coordinator, Temple Campana, at temple.campana@wnc.edu
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: Work Study eligible
Able to work minimum of 10 hours per week
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 : Yes
Preferred Qualifications : Ability to follow oral and written directions
Ability to traverse campus multiple times daily
Meticulous record keeping and data entry skills, with great attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and organizing skills
Additional Information
Compensation : Student Employee - Level 1 $12-$15 an hour
Schedule
Scheduled and available hours may vary and are subject to change based on organizational needs. Workdays, hours, and times are negotiable depending on class schedules. Minimum 10 hours per week requirement.
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: Katherine Strain, EH&S Coordinator
katherine.strain@wnc.edu OR 775-445-3348
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 | temple.campana@wnc.edu
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:
humanresources@wnc.edu | (775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703
Exempt
No
Full-Time Equivalent
50.0%
Required Attachment(s) Resume/CV - Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications, skills, education, and experience
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish a qualified applicant pool
Posting Close Date
01/31/2026
Note to Applicant
Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcript is sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Western Nevada College, Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.
Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
Employment is contingent on the completion of appropriate background verification, which may include criminal history, credit history, sex and violent offender registry, education verification, licensure, and employment history to be administered by the Western Nevada College Human Resources office.
- Location:
- Carson City, NV, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Architecture And Engineering Occupations