Student Worker - STAR Peer Mentor

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Student Worker - STAR Peer Mentor Apply locations NSU - Main Campus time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago time left to apply End Date:
June 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition  R0148321

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Job Description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - STAR Peer Mentor to serve, support and encourage new First Year student success. Peer Mentors play one of the most important roles at the University by looking out for their fellow students and sharing insights about how they successfully navigated the social and academic atmosphere of Nevada State. STAR Peer Mentors lead mentees through New Student Orientation and Scorpion Smart Start to support a successful transition of new students to college.

Through one-on-one and group meetings, STAR Peer Mentors will make a difference in the lives of their fellow students as a friendly and knowledgeable guide, a thoughtful facilitator who provides access to people and resources, and a role model and advocate throughout their first year.

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 2024, the enrollment surpassed 7,500, with 7,464 undergraduate students and 85 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 41% are Hispanic, 13% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 9% are Black/African American, 22% are White, and 6% are multiracial.

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:

• Help mentees feel welcome and connected to the Nevada State University community while assisting them in adjusting to college life by explaining campus policies, procedures, and available services and addressing common first-year concerns.
• Facilitate the transition of mentees and their guests to our campus and community through the introduction of campus services, academic resources, and campus involvement opportunities at New Student Orientation and Scorpion Smart Start.
• Organize and participate in campus events, information sessions, and recruitment activities to promote the STAR program and engage potential participants.
• Provide support to mentees through the coordination and facilitation of monthly social, educational, and service programs.
• Serve as a positive role model in areas of academic success, campus involvement, and professional behavior while demonstrating effective study habits, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Meet one-on-one with assigned mentees to discuss academic goals, personal challenges, and provide ongoing encouragement and accountability.
• Maintain accurate records of mentoring interactions, track mentee…