- Company: University of Nevada Reno
- Location: Reno, Washoe County
- Salary: $2,026–$2,027/yr
University Of Nevada Reno at a glance
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- Employees 4278
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University of Nevada Reno is hiring a part-time Student Worker to serve as a Community Desk Attendant in our residence halls. This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate or graduate students to gain professional experience while supporting residential students in a dynamic campus community setting. The position is based in Reno, Washoe County, offering flexible hours designed around your academic schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year.
About the Role
As a Community Desk Attendant, you'll be the welcoming face of our residential communities, managing the front desk or community center and creating a positive living experience for our residents. This part-time position is central to residence hall operations, requiring reliable presence during posted shifts and a commitment to student success.
What You'll Do
- Staff the community desk or front desk area during assigned shifts, serving as the primary point of contact for residents, guests, and visitors
- Monitor building access, manage key systems, and maintain accurate sign-in logs for packages and visitors
- Respond to resident inquiries and direct them to appropriate resources such as Residential Life staff or campus services
- Assist with the setup and breakdown of community spaces and events hosted within the residence hall
- Report maintenance issues, security concerns, and facility needs to supervisory staff
- Maintain a clean and inviting community desk area and surrounding common spaces
- Support residential staff in enforcing community standards and residence hall policies
- Process administrative tasks including mail handling, work requests, and basic data entry
What We're Looking For
- Currently enrolled as a UNR student at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact professionally with diverse populations
- Reliability and punctuality with commitment to consistent attendance
- Organizational skills and attention to detail in record-keeping
- Ability to work independently and take initiative within a structured environment
- Comfort with basic computer systems and willingness to learn residence life-specific software
- Customer service experience preferred but not required
About University of Nevada Reno
UNR is a premier research institution serving northern Nevada and beyond. Our commitment to student success extends to the residential experience, where our campus community thrives through meaningful peer interactions, professional staff mentorship, and engaged student leadership.
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Working in Reno, Washoe County
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Nevada is a landlocked state in the Western United States. It is also sometimes placed in the Mountain West and Southwestern United States. It borders Idaho to the northeast, Oregon to the northwest, California to the west, Arizona to the southeast, and Utah to the east. Nevada is the seventh-most extensive and the 31st-most populous U.S. state. Nearly three-quarters of Nevada's population live in
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Nevada: 0.0% below the national average — via BEA
Median household income in Washoe County: $85,600 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Recent seismic activity: 4 earthquakes (M4.5+) within 200km in the last 6 months — largest M5.7 near 20 km ESE of Silver Springs, Nevada. via USGS
Nearby history: Virginia Street Bridge, listed 1980 (126m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 65°F / low 41°F year-round (summers around 87°F, winters around 26°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable (17.8/20) — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,489/mo (1BR) · $1,870/mo (2BR) — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 1,381m (4,531 ft)
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- Role Student Worker – Community Desk Attendant, Residence Halls (Academic Year 2026-2027)
- Employer University Of Nevada Reno
- Location Reno, Washoe County
- Type Part Time
- Pay (from listing) $2,026–$2,027/yr
- Posted April 17, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-02
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (390 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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