| Location | Carson City, Nevada |
| Website | wnc.edu/cdc |
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Job Description
Administrative Faculty Contract. Non Tenure Track, Benefits Eligible - This position is grant funded through 6/30/2027. Employment is contingent upon continued funding. The position is being filled through an emergency appointment. Appointment to the role on a permanent basis is contingent upon meeting additional recruitment requirements.
The Specialist, Recruitment & Student Success role is responsible for developing and implementing recruitment, outreach, workforce engagement, and student success initiatives that support Nursing and Allied Health pathways for the WNC Rural Training Center in the Fallon service area and broader rural region.
This position leads development, coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of a structured pre-nursing preparation and student success program designed to support student readiness, persistence, competitiveness for admission, and successful transition into and through Nursing and Allied Health programs.
The position develops systems, processes, communication strategies, cohort support activities, and outreach initiatives that strengthen recruitment, student engagement, academic preparation, persistence, and workforce pipeline development. The role serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students, employers, schools, healthcare organizations, and community partners and exercises independent judgment in coordinating outreach strategies, student success processes, cohort operations, and stakeholder engagement activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruitment, Outreach & Workforce Engagement
• Develop and implement recruitment, outreach, and workforce engagement strategies supporting Nursing and Allied Health pathways in Fallon and the rural service area
• Serve as the primary recruiter and outreach contact for Fallon-based Nursing and Allied Health programs
• Develop and maintain relationships with school districts, healthcare organizations, employers, workforce agencies, educational partners, and community organizations
• Conduct presentations, informational sessions, and outreach activities for schools, school boards, employers, healthcare providers, workforce groups, and community organizations
• Represent the college and Nursing & Allied Health programs at recruitment events, workforce meetings, community events, and regional initiatives
• Develop communication strategies, outreach materials, and engagement activities supporting awareness of healthcare career pathways and program opportunities
• Coordinate communication and referrals between prospective students and appropriate college departments and personnel
• Track recruitment, outreach, engagement, and participation data and support evaluation of recruitment and workforce development outcomes
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment support activities related to new and existing Nursing and Allied Health programs
• Coordinate the development of physical and digital marketing materials for the purposes of outreach in coordination with college marketing and communications staff
Pre-Nursing Preparation & Student Success Program Coordination
• Develop, implement, coordinate, and continuously improve a structured pre-nursing preparation and student success program designed to support readiness for nursing program admission and success in Nursing and Allied Health pathways
• Develop systems, processes, curriculum, activities, communication plans, and support models that strengthen student readiness, persistence, engagement, and competitiveness for admission
• Design and facilitate cohort workshops, learning activities, support strategies, and educational experiences focused on study skills, time management, academic planning, communication, professionalism, healthcare expectations, and student success strategies
• Coordinate cohort schedules, timelines, participation processes, communication systems, and support activities
• Establish student success benchmarks, tracking systems, progress monitoring processes, and intervention workflows
• Monitor student academic progress, prerequisite completion, participation, engagement, and readiness indicators
• Identify students requiring additional support and coordinate interventions, referrals, support plans, and success strategies as appropriate
• Coordinate with faculty, advising, tutoring, Career Services, student services, and support departments to align student support strategies and strengthen persistence and completion outcomes
• Support students transitioning into and through Nursing and Allied Health programs through coaching, problem-solving, resource navigation, and persistence support activities
• Evaluate cohort effectiveness, student outcomes, participation data, and success initiatives and recommend improvements based on outcomes and feedback
Pathway Development & Program Coordination
• Support processes, development and implementation activities of Nursing pathway and workforce initiatives
• Support communication and collaboration among faculty, employers, workforce partners, and community stakeholders
• In coordination with the Nursing Pathways Coordinator, coordinate documentation, timelines, and operational processes associated with pathway development activities for the WNC Training Center
• Support workforce alignment efforts by tracking employment trends, healthcare workforce needs, and educational pathway opportunities
• For the WNC Training Center, facilitate communication among stakeholders involved in pathway and workforce development initiatives
Professional Responsibilities & Student Navigation
• Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective students interested in Fallon-based Nursing and Allied Health programs
• Coordinate referrals and communication with advising, faculty, Site Director, Pathways Program Coordinator, Career Services, and student support departments
• Maintain records, documentation, and reports associated with outreach, recruitment, cohort participation, and student success activities
• Support accreditation preparation, regulatory reporting, audits, and compliance review activities
• Maintain working knowledge of accreditation standards, state regulations, and program requirements applicable to assigned programs.
• Develop positive collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, employers, schools, and community stakeholders
• Promote a positive, inclusive, student-centered, and service-oriented environment
• Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
• Knowledge of nursing program expectations and healthcare career pathways
• Student success strategies and persistence factors in higher education
• Teaching and learning principles
• Recruitment, outreach and community engagement strategies
• Healthcare career pathways and workforce development practices
• Educational support systems and student success interventions
• NSHE/WNC policies and procedures
Skills in:
• Program coordination and student success facilitation
• Public speaking and presentation
• Relationship building and stakeholder engagement
• Communication and collaboration
• Student coaching, mentoring, and support
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Data tracking, reporting, and process coordination
Ability to:
• Coordinate and implement outreach and student success programs
• Facilitate workshops, cohort activities, and educational support initiatives
• Work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Build effective relationships with students, employers, educators, and community partners
• Coordinate support systems and intervention strategies
• Exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making
• Represent the college effectively in the community
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, healthcare, counseling, student services, workforce development, or related field AND three years of related professional experience in any combination of the following areas: teaching, training, student support, outreach, recruitment, advising, workforce development, coaching, or educational program coordination; AND experience facilitating workshops, group activities, presentations, or educational programming
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree (i.e., AA+4 years of related professional experience). A minimum of an Associates degree is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with diverse student populations and community stakeholders
• Experience in healthcare education or Nursing and Allied Health pathway programs
• Experience supporting student persistence, retention, or student success initiatives
• Experience coordinating cohort-based programs or educational support initiatives
• Experience working in rural or community-based settings
Department Contact Information:
Lisa Castillo, Administrative Assistant 4, Nursing and Allied Heath:
lisa.castillo@wnc.edu
or 775-445-4425Minimum Starting Salary:
This position is at a salary grade C. The minimum of the placement range is $73,531.55. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on education and experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: NSHE ADMINISTRATIVE SALARY SCHEDULE
Retirement – NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA)
All faculty and professional staff working at least half-time equivalent must participate in the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) as a condition of employment. The current contribution rate is 19.25%. Your contribution is matched by the College at 19.25%.
Your contributions are made by pre-tax salary reduction and you are 100% vested from your first day. You choose how to invest your own and NSHE’s contributions. The plan administrator provides dedicated financial consultants that are available to assist you in your investment deliberations. NSHE provides participants with a three-tiered investment line-up that provides investment options for everyone, from the less engaged investor to the investor who prefers to more actively manage their retirement savings. The tiered structure provides a simplified investment selection process, allowing you to make your decision based on your investment expertise and comfort level. See Your Retirement Benefits for additional information.
Faculty and staff who have previously participated in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) may be required to continue participation in PERS.
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) does not participate in the federal Social Security System but does contribute to the federal Medicare program. This means that while you are employed by NSHE neither you nor NSHE contribute to Social Security and you do not earn a Social Security benefit.
Perks of Working at WNC
Beautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trails
Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)
Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program
Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays - Faculty Benefits
The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership WNC Fitness Center
ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff
Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System
Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more – Voluntary Benefits
An administrative faculty senate represents full-time, administrative faculty
Free parking and plenty of it!
No State income tax!
Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members
WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester. More information can be found in the Board of Regents Handbook.
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%Required Attachment(s)
Notwithstanding any provision of the NSHE Code to the contrary, this contract is a temporary contract only and the employee is not entitled to or guaranteed additional employment contracts in the future. Pursuant to the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 3, Section 41, 2., c., temporary full-time faculty are not entitled to the notice of nonreappointment and notice of termination provisions in Title 2, Chapter 5, Section 5.9. In the best judgment of the appointing authority this temporary employment appointment may be terminated with 30 days' notice, which may include accrued annual leave pursuant to Title 4, Chapter 3, Section 20, paragraph 3.
Posting Close Date
10/8/2026Note to Applicant
TITLE IX STATEMENT
WNC 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), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.
WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.
Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:
Victor Navarro at TitleIX@wnc.edu or (775) 445-4235
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This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
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