Student Worker - Disability Resource Center

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Disability Resource Center. The student worker will provide information on ADA accommodations, assist with letters, schedule exams, proctor exams, and support data entry and filing in a busy DRC office.

Ideal candidates show reliable work history, strong communication, confidentiality, and organizational skills, with a willingness to greet visitors and assist in training new workers.

Qualifications

• Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Sensitivity to students with special needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student documentation.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to follow instructions, show initiative, work well with others, and stay focused at the task at hand.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme diligence with confidential information and materials.
• Serve as test proctor and assistant (reader and/or scribe).
• Serve as a note taker.
• Guide/advise students in completing DRC related electronic forms.
• Create content appropriate DRC social media posts (Instagram).
• Serve as a role model/mentor to new student workers and assist in their training.
• Document all interaction with students in case management systems.
• Participate in intensive initial and ongoing trainings to develop knowledge and skills necessary to best serve students with disabilities, and learn and follow all Disability Resource Center policies and procedures.
• Uphold office commitment to service quality, student empowerment, diversity, teamwork, and respect for student confidentiality at all times.
• Provide basic office information pertaining to obtaining DRC support services.
• Greet visitors, answer phones, screen transfers, routes calls to voicemail, or takes messages.
• Provide professional, accurate and service oriented reception in a busy office.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled as degree-seeking student with minimum 6 credits

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Disability Resource Center.

The student worker for the Disability Resource Center (DRC) will be responsible for providing inquiring students with information regarding receiving ADA approved accommodations, writing the accommodation letters, scheduling appointments for students who take their exams in the DRC office, and proctoring exams. This position will also assist with data entry, scanning, filing, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have a reliable work history, interpersonal and organizational skills, and be able to maintain a professional appearance. While also doing other tasks like note taking and other as assigned. At times, the student worker may be asked to serve as the initial point of contact for the DRC Office when greeting visitors (faculty, staff, student, community member, legislation, etc).

About the institution

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else. Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White. We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada. We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community. We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme diligence with confidential information and materials.
• Serve as test proctor and assistant (reader and/or scribe).
• Serve as a note taker.
• Guide/advise students (current and prospective) in completing DRC related electronic forms.
• Create content appropriate DRC social media posts (Instagram).
• Serve as a role model/mentor to new student workers and assist in their training.
• Document all interaction with students in case management systems.
• Participate in intensive initial and ongoing trainings to develop knowledge and skills necessary to best serve students with disabilities, and learn and follows all Disability Resource Center policies and procedures.
• Uphold office commitment to service quality, student empowerment, diversity, teamwork, and respect for student confidentiality at all times.
• Provide basic office information pertaining to obtaining DRC support services.
• Greet visitors, answers phones, screens transfers, routes calls to voicemail, or takes messages.
• Provide professional, accurate and service oriented reception in a busy office.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester at Nevada State.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Sensitivity to students with special needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student documentation.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to follow instructions, show initiative, work well with others, and stay focused at the task at hand.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Knowledge of computer applications, office systems, and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions, show initiative, work well with others, and stay focused.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work effectively as a team member in a diverse office.
• Respond promptly to changing priorities.Learn new tasks quickly.

Work Hours

Student employees can work up to 19.5 hours per week.

Hourly Rate

$14.00 per hour.

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Student candidates are encouraged to visit the Career Services Center (RSC 128 | 702-992-2611 | [e-mail]) to receive assistance with their resume, cover letter, and/or interview skills.

Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary service, engaging learning experiences and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all corners of the campus. With an enrollment surpassing 7,500 students, Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. Nevada State University has grown to offer over 60 high-demand majors and minors. Curriculum is developed based upon the needs of communities in Nevada, business and industry, and the demands of its students. Top programs include nursing, education, business administration, biology and psychology.

NSHE 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).

Nevada State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Steven Kenney, Title IX Coordinator, Nevada State University, 1300 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV 89002, Telephone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.Information pertaining to state security, personal safety, fire safety and crime statistics can be found at Nevada State University's Campus Emergency page. NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.