Student Access & Advising Specialist

Western-Nevada-College; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful campus along trails

Employer paid LTD program

Health insurance options including HMO

Job summary

Western Nevada College is seeking an Administrative Faculty member in Carson City to provide holistic advising, assist students across diverse programs, and coordinate outreach with educational partners. You will use NACADA-aligned practices to support persistence, transfer, and career readiness.

The role emphasizes collaboration with schools and community partners, managing multiple priorities, and delivering proactive advising within a respectful, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 3 years of related professional experience.
• Equivalency: AA + 4 years experience.
• Occasional travel and after-hours work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to diverse student populations across programs and stages.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with high schools, community partners, and college departments.
• Coordinate outreach activities, orientations, workshops, and presentations.
• Support accessibility, mental health, and wellness resources through referrals and coordination.
• Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Advising principles

Student-centered

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs, social or behavioral sciences, human services, or related field

Master’s degree in counseling, higher education, education, student affairs, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Canvas

Job description

Western Nevada College is seeking an Administrative Faculty member in Carson City to provide holistic advising, assist students across diverse programs, and coordinate outreach with educational partners. You will use NACADA-aligned practices to support persistence, transfer, and career readiness.

The role emphasizes collaboration with schools and community partners, managing multiple priorities, and delivering proactive advising within a respectful, inclusive environment.