Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Once you start the application process, you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact: Human Resources humanresources@wnc.edu (775) 445-4237 2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703 Job Description The work conducted in this role supports the safe operation of WNC instructional activities within the NNCC automotive shop. By identifying potential safety or compliance concerns and documenting recommendations, the position helps reduce risk to students, instructors, and the institution. The review also supports the college's responsibility to ensure that instructional spaces used for training meet reasonable safety expectations and helps inform decisions about facility use, needed improvements, or corrective actions. This position is subject to a background check and will mainly be conducting work at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center. Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct a safety review of the NNCC automotive shop used for WNC instructional activities Examine shop equipment, tools, ventilation systems, chemical storage, and general work areas to identify potential safety hazards or OSHA-related compliance concerns Review the availability and condition of safety equipment, including items such as fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, personal protective equipment, and safety signage Document observations and identify areas that may require corrective action or further review Provide practical recommendations to support safe shop operations and instructional use of the facility Communicate findings with WNC program staff to assist in determining next steps for addressing identified issues. Assist in compiling a summary of findings Assist with minor corrective actions, when appropriate, to address identified safety concerns in coordination with AmpEd Director and EH&S team Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Working knowledge of common safety practices in automotive shop environments Basic familiarity with OSHA safety standards relevant to automotive equipment, tools and shop operations Ability to identify potential safety hazards and areas of concern within a working shop environment Ability to document observations clearly and communicate findings to program staff Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to assist with minor corrective actions when appropriate Ability to work independently, and follow established institutional and facility procedures Ability to pass a background check and meet all volunteer requirements for entry into NNCC Ability to enter the auto shop at the facility unescorted Minimum Qualifications: Experience working in a correctional facility, in the automotive mechanics field and basic knowledge of OSHA standards for workplace safety. Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent25.0% Required Attachment(s) Resume Posting Close Date Note 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 Western Nevada College 2201 West College Parkway Bristlecone Building, Room 154 Carson City, NV 89703 Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. This position may require that a criminal background check 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. 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 hire and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Western Nevada College is a comprehensive community college that serves more than 5,000 students each year within a five-county area, spanning more than 10,000 square miles. One of four community colleges in the Nevada System of Higher Education, it is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Documents detailing accreditation approval are available at the WNC library. For additional information, visit our website. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) 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 but not limited to service-connected disabilities), gender/sex (including but not limited to pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion. EEO/Title IX Victor Navarro Employee Relations/Title IX Specialist 2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703 (775) 445-4235 (telephone) (775) 445-3138 (fax) victor.navarro@wnc.edu Western Nevada College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). 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 may be referred to: Melody Duley, Director, Human Resources, Western Nevada College, 2201 West College Parkway, Bristlecone Building, Room 157, Carson City, NV 89703, Telephone: (775) 445-4235, Email: melody.duley@wnc.edu; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. Information pertaining to the College’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the College will respond can be found here. If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@wnc.edu. Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at WNC's Statistics Page. NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.