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Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs

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Job Description

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Chancellor. The position may be primarily located in either Reno or Las Vegas, Nevada.

The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions: two universities, a state college, four community colleges and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant challenges and opportunities in serving over 105,000 students and 15,000 employees.

The Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs serves as the chief academic and student affairs executive for NSHE, responsible for setting strategic direction, driving systemwide policy, and ensuring accountable implementation of initiatives that advance academic quality, student success, and research competitiveness.

As a key member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet, the Vice Chancellor exercises enterprise-level leadership and decision-making authority, advising the Chancellor and Board of Regents on high-impact academic, student, and research policy issues. The role is accountable not only for policy development, but for translating strategy into execution across all NSHE institutions, ensuring consistency, compliance, and measurable outcomes.

This position leads the design and implementation of systemwide initiatives spanning academic programs, transfer and articulation, student services, financial aid, and research administration. The Vice Chancellor actively identifies emerging risks and opportunities, develops actionable solutions, and drives coordinated responses across multiple institutions and stakeholders.

The Vice Chancellor also ensures NSHE remains responsive to national trends and evolving higher education demands by integrating data-driven insights into strategic planning and policy decisions.

With direct oversight of Student Affairs, Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR, and Institutional Research, the Vice Chancellor holds full accountability for performance, outcomes, and alignment within these areas—ensuring effective operations, cross-functional integration, and continuous system improvement.

Salary Grade*

This position offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with the candidate’s education, experience, and certification/training. In addition to base salary, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Health Insurance: includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additionally, an employer paid long term disability plan is included.
Outstanding Retirement Plan: professional employees are required to participate in the 401(a) Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA). Employee contributions of 19.25% are matched 100% by the employer and employees experience an immediate vesting in the plan. Employees who currently or previously participated in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada may be eligible to continue in the PERS plan.
Paid Leave: generous annual leave (accrual of 2 days per month), sick leave (granted 30 days at time of hire), 12 paid holidays, and paid family leave.
Education Benefit: employees and their qualified dependents may take advantage of a tuition savings benefit. Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate and their dependents may access an unlimited number of credits, if they meet specific criteria.
Additional Perks: Employee assistance programs and professional development opportunities.

*Pursuant NSHE Policy: “Initial placement must fall between the minimum salary and Q2/median/mid-range on the applicable salary schedule.” To view the salary range for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select NSHE Executive, Grade 2.

Approximate Starting Date

May 1, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Master’s or Professional Degree and 7 years of comparable managerial experience or a Doctorate and 5 years of comparable managerial experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities. It is recommended that applicants for this position address each of the following items in the letter of application:

Knowledge of higher education policy, governance, and administration, including the operations of both community colleges and four-year institutions.
Knowledge of academic program development, review, and approval processes within a multi-institution higher education system.
Knowledge of student affairs policies and practices, including financial aid, residency determinations, and student success initiatives.
Knowledge of research administration, sponsored programs, and federal and state research funding structures, including programs such as EPSCoR.
Knowledge of institutional research, higher education data systems, and the use of data analytics to support policy development, accountability, and strategic planning.
Knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a policy-making governing board and the staff functions required to support an elected governing board.
Knowledge of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), including the structure, authority, and policies of the Board of Regents.
Knowledge of Nevada state government, including the legislative process and state laws and regulations pertaining to higher education.
Knowledge and experience in drafting policies, procedures, and guidelines within a complex organizational or governmental environment.
Knowledge of statewide and national trends affecting higher education, including workforce development, access and attainment, and research competitiveness.
Skill in providing executive leadership and strategic direction within a complex, multi-institution organization.
Skill in supervising professional staff and directing multiple functional areas to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and accountability for outcomes.
Skill in policy analysis and development, including evaluating complex issues and formulating effective systemwide policy recommendations.
Skill in analyzing complex data, research findings, and policy information to inform strategic decision-making.
Skill in synthesizing and communicating complex information, research findings, and policy implications to diverse audiences, including governing boards, policymakers, and the public.
Skill in building consensus among diverse stakeholders with differing institutional perspectives and priorities.
Skill in setting priorities and managing multiple high-level initiatives simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines.
Skill in preparing and delivering presentations and policy briefings to executive leadership, legislative committees, and governing boards.
Skill in fostering collaboration among institutions, state agencies, and external partners.
Skill in identifying emerging policy, operational, or strategic issues and developing effective solutions to address complex challenges in a multi-institution higher education environment.
Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and discretion in addressing complex policy and administrative issues.
Ability to provide leadership and strategic oversight for multiple programs and functional areas.
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with executive leadership, policymakers, institutional leaders, and the public.
Ability to present complex policy and technical information clearly and effectively in public settings.
Ability to analyze large volumes of complex information and identify key issues, trends, and implications for decision-making.
Ability to translate complex research, policy, and data analysis into actionable recommendations.
Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with institutional leaders, faculty, staff, state officials, and external stakeholders.
Ability to facilitate discussion and build consensus among diverse constituencies across the higher education system.
Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in high-visibility and high-stakes environments.
Ability to ensure accuracy, integrity, and appropriate use of institutional data and information used for policy and decision-making.
Ability to anticipate emerging issues, analyze potential impacts, and develop proactive strategies to resolve problems and advance systemwide priorities.

Responsibilities

The duties of this position will include, but not be limited to:

Provide executive and strategic leadership, supervision, and administrative oversight of key functional areas within the NSHE System Office, including Student Affairs, Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR, and Institutional Research. This responsibility includes setting and advancing systemwide strategic priorities; supervising and mentoring department leadership and staff; ensuring operational effectiveness, accountability, and compliance with Board policies; and proactively identifying and addressing systemwide challenges, risks, gaps, and opportunities. Coordinate and lead cross-functional and cross-institutional initiatives, exercising sound judgment and decision-making authority to align efforts with system goals and priorities. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across NSHE institutions, while effectively communicating, influencing, and advising executive leadership and stakeholders. Promote and model data-informed and evidence-based decision-making to advance student success, research growth, and institutional effectiveness, and lead the development and implementation of strategic solutions to complex systemwide issues.
Serve as a strategic advisor and executive liaison to the Academic, Research and Student Affairs (ARSA) Committee and other Board of Regents committees. Lead the development of meeting agendas in collaboration with the committee chair, ensuring alignment with system priorities and emerging issues. Coordinate institutional presentations and compile high-quality, analytically grounded briefing materials that clearly communicate key issues, risks, and opportunities. Proactively anticipate Board needs, respond to Regent inquiries with clarity and authority, and provide thoughtful recommendations to inform decision-making and policy direction at the system level.
Chair the Academic Affairs Council (AAC), providing strategic leadership and direction for systemwide academic planning and policy development. Oversee the academic program and organizational unit approval process, ensuring alignment with long-term system goals, workforce needs, and institutional missions. Lead and facilitate collaborative, solution-oriented discussions among institutional representatives to identify challenges, gaps, and opportunities, and to build consensus on complex issues such as funding models, academic innovation, and program alignment. Provide policy analysis, strategic insight, and actionable recommendations, and guide the implementation of agreed-upon changes to strengthen academic quality and effectiveness across the system.
Chair the Student Affairs Council, providing executive leadership and strategic direction for systemwide student affairs policies and initiatives. Lead the development, evaluation, and refinement of policies related to student services, including residency determinations and financial aid coordination. Identify systemic barriers and opportunities impacting student access, success, and equity, and work collaboratively with institutional leaders to develop and implement innovative, student-centered solutions. Ensure clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and alignment of policies with broader system goals and priorities.
Chair the Research Affairs Council, leading strategic planning and policy development to advance research across NSHE. Establish and communicate systemwide research priorities, goals, and performance expectations, and identify opportunities to enhance research productivity, collaboration, and external funding. Facilitate cross-institutional partnerships, address barriers to research growth, and provide data-informed recommendations to strengthen competitiveness. Guide the implementation of initiatives, including those associated with EPSCoR, ensuring alignment with state and national research priorities.
Provide executive oversight and strategic leadership for the NSHE Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR Office. Direct systemwide efforts to enhance research development, grant competitiveness, and external partnership engagement with state and federal agencies. Identify gaps and opportunities in research infrastructure and support services, and lead collaborative strategies to strengthen capacity and outcomes. Ensure alignment of sponsored program activities with system priorities and effectively advocate for resources and initiatives that advance NSHE’s research mission.
Ensure executive-level oversight and quality assurance of data reporting and analytics across the Academic and Student Affairs division. Lead efforts to leverage data as a strategic asset, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clarity in dashboards, reports, and analyses. Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations that inform executive leadership, institutional strategy, and Board decision-making. Proactively identify trends, gaps, and emerging issues, and guide the development of data-informed strategies to improve system performance, accountability, and outcomes.
Provide strategic leadership and systemwide coordination related to the State’s higher education attainment goals. Support and influence policy development aligned with statewide objectives, and monitor, assess, and communicate progress toward established targets. Identify disparities, gaps, and opportunities for improvement, and lead the development and implementation of collaborative, system-level strategies to increase educational attainment. Engage stakeholders across institutions and external partners to align efforts and drive measurable impact.
Provide executive oversight and strategic guidance for NSHE’s participation in SARA and membership in NC-SARA. Ensure compliance with applicable standards while identifying opportunities to enhance interstate educational access and program delivery. Serve as a key decision-maker and advisor on matters related to state authorization, distance education, and regulatory alignment. Communicate effectively with institutional leaders and external stakeholders and lead continuous improvement efforts to strengthen NSHE’s position in the national higher education landscape.

To Apply

The application process will be handled through the Workday on-line search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. References will only be contacted for those who advance to the final phase of the search and with prior consent of the applicant. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Sherry Olson, Human Resources, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://nshe.nevada.edu/careers/ . For assistance with NSHE’s on-line applicant portal, contact Sherry Olson at (775) 784-4901.

Internal Applicants

Current employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSHE institutions. Once you log into Workday and type “Find Jobs” in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate the specific job posting by typing the requisition number (e.g. R0000000) in the search box

Application Deadline

Applications may be submitted until the position is filled. The review of materials will begin immediately, however, for full consideration applications should be submitted by April 1, 2026.

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Director of Infrastructure Services

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Job Description

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Infrastructure Services. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Chief Information Officer. The position will be physically located in either Reno or Las Vegas, Nevada.

The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions: three universities, four community colleges and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant opportunities in serving over 105,000 students and 15,000 employees.

The Director of Infrastructure Services is responsible for providing strategic direction, administrative oversight, and operational management of enterprise technical infrastructure services for the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE). The position ensures the design, implementation, and maintenance of reliable, scalable, and high-performance network and data center environments that support the instructional, research, and administrative missions of NSHE, the NSHE institutions, and System Computing Services (SCS).

This position functions at a senior management level and exercises a high degree of independence, discretion, and judgment in decision-making. The incumbent is responsible for supervising professional, technical, and support staff; establishing operational priorities; and ensuring alignment with NSHE strategic goals and technology standards. The incumbent also serves with other SCS Directors as a member of the SCS leadership team and represents NSHE at meetings, conferences, and other proceedings on the subjects of reliable and high-performance technology infrastructure, broadband connectivity, research technology, and inter-organizational technology collaboration.

The Director leads enterprise technology initiatives, including fiber optic infrastructure, optical transport systems, routing and switching, firewalls, load balancing technologies, highly available server and service hosting, cloud and “as-a-service” infrastructure, enterprise data storage, backup and recovery services, inter-organizational identity and access management, research collaborations and partnerships, data center operations, and facilities management. The position is responsible for managing complex vendor relationships; negotiating and administering contracts; and ensuring compliance with service-level agreements (SLAs), technical interoperability requirements, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs).

The incumbent develops, implements, and enforces policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with NSHE regulations, state and federal requirements, and industry best practices. The Director collaborates with institutional leadership, IT professionals across NSHE, and external partners to ensure cohesive and effective infrastructure services across a multi-institutional environment.

Salary/Grade

This position offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with the candidate’s education, experience, and certification/training. In addition to base salary*, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Health Insurance: includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additionally, an employer paid long term disability plan is included.
Outstanding Retirement Plan: professional employees are required to participate in the 401(a) Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA). Employee contributions of 19.25% are matched 100% by the employer and employees experience an immediate vesting in the plan. Employees who currently or previously participated in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada may be eligible to continue in the PERS plan.
Paid Leave: generous annual leave (accrual of 2 days per month), sick leave (granted 30 days at time of hire), 12 paid holidays, and paid family leave.
Education Benefit: employees and their qualified dependents may take advantage of a tuition savings benefit. Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate and their dependents may access an unlimited number of credits, if they meet specific criteria.
Additional Perks: Employee assistance programs and professional development opportunities.

*Pursuant NSHE Policy: “Initial placement must fall between the minimum salary and Q2/median/mid-range on the applicable salary schedule.” To view the salary range for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select NSHE Administrative Salary Schedule, Grade D.

Approximate Starting Date

June 15, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field and ten years of progressively responsible senior-level experience in IT infrastructure, data center facility management, multi-location wide area and local networking, or related areas with at least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.

Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the above requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in a related field.
One or more relevant active industry-related certifications.
Experience within the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Experience in budgeting, project management, and vendor relationships.

Travel both inside and outside the State of Nevada will occasionally be required to attend or represent NSHE at trainings, conferences, administrative meetings, or site visits to NSHE institutions and collaborating organizations. Since a portion of this travel may be by motor vehicle, the incumbent will be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is recommended that applicants for this position address some of the following elements in the resume or cover letter:

Enterprise IT infrastructure, including data center networking, cloud computing, virtualization, containerization, data storage/backup and recovery, and high availability service delivery
Wide area and data center network concepts (e.g., DWDM, routing, load balancing)
Resilient data center design, operations, and physical access controls
Emerging technologies in IT infrastructure
Strategic plan development and cost-benefit analysis
Team leadership and effective delegation
Vendor management, SLAs, and MOUs
Budget development and financial management
Higher education IT environments and governance structures
Security principles related to infrastructure hardening and protection
Strong leadership and supervisory skills
Strategic planning and infrastructure architecture design
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving
Conflict resolution and decision-making
Vendor relationship management
Multi-departmental or inter-organizational project management
Effective collaboration and relationship building with external peers
Exercise independent judgement and make high-level decisions
Lead and manage complex infrastructure environments
Develop and implement long-term strategic initiatives
Establish and maintain effective working relationships across NSHE institutions
Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Balance long-term strategy with immediate operational needs
Adapt to evolving technologies and institutional priorities
Effectively manage staff located in geographically distant locations

Responsibilities

The duties of this position will include, but not be limited to, the following areas of responsibility:

Develop and implement long-range plans for enterprise infrastructure, including networking, service hosting, interoperable/federated identity services, and data center technologies.
Align infrastructure strategy with NSHE system-wide initiatives while expanding, reducing, and streamlining services as necessary to adapt to evolving technologies and system-wide, institutional, and customer/client needs.
Oversee the development and enforcement of policies and standards related to technical infrastructure architecture, interoperability, emerging methodologies, and operations.
Evaluate and direct the implementation of emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance infrastructure reliability, performance, scalability, and efficiency.
Develop and effectively manage Network Services, Systems Engineering, Research Engineering, and Data Center and Facilities Planning allocated resources, including biennial operating and capital improvement budgets and equipment lifecycles.
Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance, and appropriate operational support for shared infrastructure systems and services provided, hosted, or managed by SCS, including the NevadaNet wide area network, data centers, local area networks, on-premises and cloud service hosting, data storage/backup and recovery, federated identity services, research/science collaboration, and collocation services.
Oversee data center operations, including facilities planning, power and cooling systems, hardware lifecycle management, and adherence to best practices.
Actively and constructively participate as a member of the SCS leadership team to develop and set strategic and operational direction and policy for Infrastructure Services and SCS as a whole.
Effectively and professionally represent SCS in seeking collaboration/partnership and infrastructure development opportunities that will result in valuable, effective, and timely solutions in support of NSHE strategic goals and objectives.
Serve as the NSHE / NevadaNet representative at national, state, and local gatherings, conferences, and committees related to Research and Education Network development and collaborative infrastructure services.
Regularly engage with peers at NSHE institutions and external organizations to ensure that SCS is a “responsive, reliable resource” to its many customers/clients and collaborators.
Establish expectations among subordinate staff related to supervision, evaluation, professional development, intentional collaboration, customer service, and external engagement.
Effectively communicate strategic direction and policy to staff and guide them to develop and enact plans to achieve the desired results consistent with strategic objectives.
Encourage, facilitate, and nurture an environment of collaboration, mutual respect, and teamwork among the various teams within SCS as well as with customers/clients.

To Apply

The application process will be managed through the Workday on-line search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. References will only be contacted for those who advance to the final phase of the search and with prior consent of the applicant. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Stephanie Flatt, Human Resources, and are to be submitted via on-line application at nshe.nevada.edu/careers. For assistance with NSHE’s on-line applicant portal, contact Stephanie Flatt at (775) 784-3471 or sflatt@nshe.nevada.edu.

Internal Applicants

Application Deadline

Applications may be submitted until the position is filled. The review of materials will begin immediately, however, for full consideration applications should be submitted by May 10, 2026.

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Executive Assistant to the Chancellor

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Job Description

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Executive Assistant to the Chancellor. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Executive Director of Operations and provides executive administrative support to the Chancellor. The position will be located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions: two universities, a state college, four community colleges and research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant opportunities in serving over 105,000 students and 15,000 employees.

The Executive Assistant to the Chancellor provides high‑level, comprehensive executive support that enables the Chancellor to focus on strategic leadership, systemwide priorities, and external engagement. Reporting to the Executive Director of Operations, the position plays a critical role in managing the Chancellor’s engagement ecosystem — including scheduling, briefing preparation, travel coordination, stakeholder communication, and issue tracking.

The position ensures the effective execution of the Chancellor’s priorities by:

Managing a complex, high‑volume schedule aligned with governance cycles and systemwide needs
Preparing and organizing briefing materials for meetings with Regents, institutional presidents, state leaders, and national higher‑education partners
Coordinating logistics and follow‑through to ensure continuity across the Chancellor’s portfolio
Synthesizing information and surfacing key issues requiring the Chancellor’s attention

This role is central to the smooth functioning of the Chancellor’s Office and serves as a connective hub between System Administration, the Board of Regents, institutional leadership, state agencies, and national higher‑education organizations.

Salary Grade

Comprehensive Health Insurance: includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additionally, an employer paid long term disability plan is included.
Outstanding Retirement Plan: professional employees are required to participate in the 401(a) Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA). Employee contributions of 19.25% are matched 100% by the employer and employees experience an immediate vesting in the plan. Employees who currently or previously participated in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada may be eligible to continue in the PERS plan.
Paid Leave: generous annual leave (accrual of 2 days per month), sick leave (granted 30 days at time of hire), 12 paid holidays, and paid family leave.
Education Benefit: employees and their qualified dependents may take advantage of a tuition savings benefit. Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate and their dependents may access an unlimited number of credits, if they meet specific criteria.
Additional Perks: Employee assistance programs and professional development opportunities.

Approximate Starting Date

May 15, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with five (5) years of progressive experience directly applicable to the position (or) a Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with three (3) years of related and progressive experience directly applicable to the position. Alternatively, ten (10) years of progressive experience directly applicable to the position may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is recommended that applicants for this position address each of the following items in the letter of application:

Working knowledge of the Nevada System of Higher Education and its institutions, including policies of the Board of Regents, state laws applicable to NSHE, and institutional and System Office protocols.
Working knowledge of the protocols associated with Board and standing committee agenda development, including all phases of development and finalization.
Working knowledge of state legislative processes, key committees, and how legislative activity intersects with NSHE priorities.
Working knowledge of the Nevada Revised Statutes and various applicable federal and state laws.
Understanding of State Legislative and budget processes and expectations, familiarity with executive and legislative branch leadership, and the political and economic environment and dynamics of the State of Nevada.
Principles of conflict resolution and crisis management.
Knowledge of research methods, information synthesis, and executive briefing preparation.
Knowledge of best practices in organizational structure, and policies and procedures related to position. Good understanding of higher education or governmental organizational and governance structures.
Understanding of best practices in executive workflow management, issue tracking, and operational coordination within a C‑suite environment.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Skilled at relating to a diverse group and inspiring cooperation among individuals and institutions to achieve a common goal.
Capable of collaborating with other senior administrators to achieve positive, timely and workable results.
Proven ability and skill to identify and analyze complex situations and recommend or implement effective courses of action and effectively communicate results of analyses.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly; independently understand, analyze, and interpret complex written material, and computer-generated information.
Adept at organizing assigned tasks, multi-tasking effectively, prioritizing a heavy workload, developing comprehensive timetables and strategies to meet multiple and constantly changing deadlines.
Anticipate conditions, plan ahead, establish priorities, and meet deadlines. Analyze situations to determine the effective course of action.
Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions appropriately and within the boundaries of assigned authority.
Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy. Attention to detail to respond to unexpected job demands and keep pace with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines.
Shows strong judgment to properly handle sensitive issues that arise frequently in the rapidly changing environment of the Chancellors Office, where improper handling may have serious consequences.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain an effective, productive and cooperative working, reporting, and professional relationship with employees at all levels of the organization and external constituencies.
Compose, proofread, and/or edit comprehensive and concise reports, correspondence, and informational materials on a wide variety of subjects using the full array of written, oral, and visual formats and techniques.
Interpret projects assigned by the Chancellor.
Exercise initiative, discretion, and critical judgment.
A high degree of organizational skills for multi-tasking and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal skills and communications skills, verbal and written, to communicate effectively with a diverse population at all levels both internally and externally, using tact and diplomacy.
Skill in identifying politically sensitive situations and responding with appropriate discretion and judgment.
Advanced skill in use of computers, including software such as Microsoft Office Suite and workflow tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills to plan work and meet deadlines.
Skill in maintaining efficient records, tracking systems, and organized documentation.
Skill in working both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

The duties of this position will include, but not be limited to, the following areas of responsibility:

Executive Scheduling, Communications & Engagement Management

Purpose: Ensure the Chancellor’s engagements are strategically sequenced, fully prepared, and aligned with systemwide priorities, governance cycles, and institutional needs.

Manage the Chancellor’s complex calendar, ensuring engagements reflect system priorities, governance timelines, institutional requests, and external obligations.
Develop, curate, and organize briefing materials for meetings with Regents, presidents, state officials, and national higher education partners.
Proactively coordinate travel logistics, process reimbursements, and ensure preparation for system, state, and national activities.
Maintain disciplined systems for tracking action items, deadlines, and follow‑through related to Chancellor‑level initiatives and commitments.
Coordinate with administrative staff, vice chancellors, institutional offices, and external partners to ensure alignment, readiness, and timely information flow for all engagements.
Maintain awareness of Board Office timelines and processes to schedule Regent briefings, coordinate preparatory meetings, and ensure the Chancellor is positioned for effective participation in Board activities.
Draft, edit, and prepare executive‑level correspondence, summaries, reports, and policy‑related documents with accuracy, consistency, and professionalism.
Develop agendas, coordinate meeting logistics, and capture decisions, commitments, and next steps.
Ensure meeting documentation, attendees, purpose, and materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with the Chancellor’s priorities.

Systemwide Stakeholder Coordination & Issue Awareness

Purpose: Serve as a connective hub across the higher education ecosystem, ensuring the Chancellor’s engagements reflect current priorities, emerging issues, and systemwide context.

Maintain situational awareness of systemwide issues, institutional priorities, and state or national developments impacting NSHE.
Collaborate with the Executive Director of Operations and senior leadership to understand the interplay between system administration, institutional presidents, the Board of Regents, legislative bodies, and national higher education organizations.
Facilitate smooth, timely, and accurate communication between the Chancellor’s Office and internal/external stakeholders.
Provide a gatekeeper function that ensures appropriate access, maintains credibility and trust, and supports effective executive communication.
Anticipate emerging issues, troubleshoot concerns, and exercise discretion in determining appropriate escalation pathways.
Handle inquiries directed to the Chancellor’s Office and develop action plans to address them, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with system priorities.

Executive Prioritization, Issue Tracking & Special Projects

Purpose: Maintain disciplined systems for surfacing priorities, tracking commitments, analyzing issues, and supporting special projects with minimal direction.

Monitor incoming information and requests across multiple channels to identify high‑priority items requiring the Chancellor’s attention.
Use organizational tools to track tasks, commitments, cross‑unit dependencies, and governance‑related deadlines.
Synthesize complex information into clear, actionable summaries for the Chancellor and Executive Director of Operations.
Evaluate issues and proposed options, and recommended solutions.
Conduct research, prepare background materials, and support special projects, policy revisions, and governmental or regent‑requested reports.
Initiate research, report writing, and recommendations with minimal direction.
Coordinate with and provide direction to administrative support staff to ensure timely follow‑through on Chancellor‑level priorities.

To Apply

The application process will be handled through the Workday on-line search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. References will only be contacted for those who advance to the final phase of the search and with prior consent of the applicant. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Stephanie Flatt, Senior Human Resources Generalist, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://nshe.nevada.edu/system-administration/departments/human-resources/careers/ . For assistance with NSHE’s on-line applicant portal, contact Stephanie Flatt at (775) 784-4901.

Internal Applicants

Application Deadline

Applications may be submitted until the position is filled. The review of materials will begin immediately, however, for full consideration applications should be submitted by April 14, 2026.

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Student Worker, Front Desk

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Job Description

ob description: The Nevada System of Higher Education, System Administration, Reno Office is seeking a customer service-oriented student employee to provide front desk clerical and reception support.

The duties of the position include working at the front desk, answering phones, greeting, and assisting office visitors, and running office errands. The position will also provide administrative support to the office staff and various other administrative duties.

It is important for the student employee to be dependable and possess strong communication skills and customer service abilities; the ability to resolve issues and work with employees and customers from a variety of backgrounds. The ability to maintain confidentiality is of critical importance to this position. A working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel is preferred. Individuals with technical skills are encouraged to apply, although this skill is not required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is also required.

Pay

$13.00/hour

Hours per week will be granted based on the students’ schedule and department’s needs. Working during summer and winter break is necessary.

Required Attachment(s)

Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and proof of enrollment in 6 credits per semester, as well as proof of a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

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