Work Study Student Employee - Continuing Education Assistant

Continuing Education Assistant

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.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); experience with Google Docs a plus
• 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

Student Employment 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

Additional Information

Compensation: Student Employee - Level 1 $13.50

Schedule: Hours per week: 20 during regular semester; during holiday break, summer, etc.

Full-Time Equivalency

• 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:

• Lenette Pongasi, Administrative Assistant III, Continuing Education
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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
• View phone number on click.appcast.io | View email address on click.appcast.io

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

View email address on click.appcast.io | (775) 445-42372201 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
• Contact Information for 3 References Please include name, contact information, and relationship.

Posting Close Date 05/16/2026 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703