Student Worker - Department Ambassador, Sociology & Cultural Analysis

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at  or jobs.
Job Description The Sociology and Cultural Analysis department is looking for a student departmental ambassador to support student recruitment! The ambassador will help the department with recruitment tabling events and general office duties assigned.

• Assist and set up tabling up to four times per month
• Work with leadership to brand the department and make it legible to students
• Assist with departmental events
• Coordinate and assist with student sticker contests
• Assist with general office support and duties associated

• Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno
• Candidate must be in good academic standing and enrolled in at least 15 credits each semester
• Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds (occasionally)
• Candidate has the ability to speak and engage with students, staff, and community members at events

• Candidate has the ability to interact and communicate effectively in a team environment with students, faculty, and staff
• Candidate has a working knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office, Canva, or other digital design programs
• Candidate is proficient in digital and creative outreach programs
• Candidate is work study qualified/eligible

Schedule 10 hours/weekly Monday-Friday, schedule will vary depending on student's class schedule.

Grade Student Employee Level 1 Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 25.0%

• Resume/CV – (required)
• Cover Letter – (required)
• Contact Information for Two References – (required)
• Class Schedule for Fall 2026/Winter 2026 – (required)

• A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
• HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.
• If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
• References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
• Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
• As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
• For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
• Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
• This posting is open until filled.
• Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.
• Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land‑grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries. Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (“Very High Research”) university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification.

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