FYE Work-Study Peer Leader

Nevada System of Higher Education; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nevada System of Higher Education's First Year Experience program at the Henderson Campus is hiring student workers for Fall 2026. You will support new students, help them navigate CSN resources, and participate in campus outreach and events.

Eligible applicants must have completed FAFSA and the CSN Student Employment Award, be enrolled as CSN students, and maintain good academic standing. The position pays $14.00 per hour for up to 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study at CSN for Fall 2026 (or 2026-2027 Academic Year)
• Positive attitude and public presentation skills
• Completion of at least one semester (minimum) at CSN
• Currently enrolled as a CSN student in a Degree/Certificate program for Fall 2026 (or 2026-2027 Academic year)
• Must have good communication skills and ability to engage with students, parents, families, and CSN staff
• At application, must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher; to remain an orientation leader must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Free from major time commitments during summer (May through August)
• Concern for others and ability to interact well as a member of a team

Responsibilities

• Welcome new students to CSN
• Assist new students in navigating CSN and its resources
• Participate in the FYE Homeroom portal on CANVAS
• Interact with CSN students on First Year Experience Department’s social media pages
• Participate in large and small group discussions at First Year Experience Events
• Support other welcoming initiatives such as Welcome Back days, CSN Connections, and other events as assigned
• Conduct outbound phone calls to new CSN students to provide general assistance and referrals as necessary
• Assist with First Year Experience programming, orientation, and registration events
• Support Students First Stations throughout the academic year to assist new students with completing CSN applications, scheduling appointments for academic advising, providing resource awareness, and assisting enrollment efforts
• Prepare event materials
• Attend all FYE Peer Leadership trainings
• Assist with social media content creation
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Public presentation skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Nevada System of Higher Education's First Year Experience program at the Henderson Campus is hiring student workers for Fall 2026. You will support new students, help them navigate CSN resources, and participate in campus outreach and events.

Eligible applicants must have completed FAFSA and the CSN Student Employment Award, be enrolled as CSN students, and maintain good academic standing. The position pays $14.00 per hour for up to 20 hours per week.