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- ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance Reno, NV Job Details Part-time 3 days ago Qualifications Some college Legal writing Student mentoring Writing skills Mid-level Criminal Justice Social Sciences School legal knowledge Philosophy Communication skills Political Science Full Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution.
We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. Job Description The Associated Students of the University of Nevada is made up of every undergraduate student at the University of Nevada. ASUN provides a means for students to voice concerns and address issues at the university, local, state, national, and international levels. Responsibilities The duties of the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance are as follows: The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall issue advisory opinions concerning the law, legislation, or any other act of the Association To update and distribute the Constitution for the purpose of engrossing any Constitutional Amendments as passed by the Association and approved by the Board of Regents. The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance is designated the responsibility to publish current editions of the Associated Student's Constitution The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall act as President if, by reason of death, resignation, removal from office, inability, or failure to qualify, there is no President, Vice President, Speaker of the Senate, Director of Clubs and Organizations, or Director of Programming to act as President The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall investigate alleged violations of the Election Code and prosecute offenders before the Judicial Council The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall prosecute any case, at the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance 's or Judicial Council's discretion, filed by a third party, even in cases where the plaintiff seeks to dismiss the charge The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall act as the representative of the Director of Elections and Democratic Education before the ASUN Judicial Council The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall ensure that all regulations concerning petitions are followed fully The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall deliver and provide for all petitions (for each election) or for initiative and referendums to the President of the Associated Students and the Director of Elections and Democratic before the Candidates' Meeting The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall assist any student interested in writing a petition for initiative and referendum The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall certify that a petition question is an impartial and accurate description of the proposal and shall assign the petition an Official Name and Number, if the petition creates a law, prepare an Official Summary of the petition, to confer with the office of Legal Counsel or designee for approval of language on questions of student fees, and to create the petition and return to the Primary Proponent three (3) copies of the petition The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall verify that there are a sufficient number of valid signatures on each petition, by checking the student status of each person who signed the petition, to immediately notify the Primary Proponent(s) if the verifying official discovers that the petition submitted lacks sufficient valid signatures, and to preserve the petition for the same time period as the Director of Elections and Democratic Education preserves the ballots for the election for which the petition qualified or attempted to qualify for placement on the ballot The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall notify Candidates and all others cited of charges during elections The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance supervise ballot tabulation The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall release the election results as soon as possible The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall attend or send a representative to all physical polling locations and places where ballots are kept and tabulated, provided such representative is not a candidate or agent in the election To carry out such other functions and duties as required under the constitution and laws The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall not prosecute any case to which the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance is a party or in which the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance has an interest in the outcome as described in subsection 3, Title III, Chapter 302, Rule 3a. When such a conflict occurs, the Chair of Government Operations shall act as a special prosecutor to act as and perform the elections duties of the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance insofar as the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance 's conflict is concerned To have a report read or spoken into record at minimum every other Senate meeting Responsible to attend all ASUN retreats, and trainings as decided by the President and the Director of Executive Outreach The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance shall serve as ex-officio member on the Senate Committee on Government Operations Organize trainings and continue to provide education on Nevada Open Meeting Law for the Association Ensure Nevada Open Meeting Law is followed and work with Officers to correct any violations. To cancel meetings that have violated Nevada Open Meeting Law In the cancellation notice, the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance must list what violation(s) occurred The ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance must send a meeting cancellation notice no later than twenty-four hours before the meeting is to take place The cancellation notice must be sent to the presiding officer and Secretary of the Senate. To invalidate meetings that have been conducted and violated Nevada Open Meeting Law In the invalidation notice, the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance must list the violation(s) that occurred The invalidation notice must be sent to the presiding officer and the Secretary of the Senate Ensure that Executive Department Heads are hosting regular meetings in accordance with Nevada Open Meeting Law at least once per month. Required Qualifications During my tenure in this appointed position, I agree to adhere to the following guidelines: Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno Maintain a 2.00 GPA and be enrolled in at least 7 undergraduate credits Perform all duties and instructions outlined by the ASUN Governing Documents Uphold the Nevada Student Code of Conduct Meet all deadlines set forth Attend all required meetings and training Work scheduled hours Properly complete and submit HR paperwork on time Assist in the promotion of the mission of ASUN and Nevada Behave in a manner that is ethical, maintaining a high level of integrity Other duties as called upon by my position I understand if I do not adhere to the items outlined in this agreement or what is stated in the ASUN Governing Documents, my position may be subject to disciplinary action by the ASUN Judicial Council and/or the University of Nevada. Preferred Qualifications Experience in fields such as pre-law studies, political science, philosophy, criminal justice or related social sciences fields through course of study, previous work experience, or extracurricular activities Existing and in-depth knowledge of the functions and policies of the Associated Students, including familiarity with governing documents, parliamentary procedure, and Nevada Open Meeting Law Motivation to further the goals and initiatives of
ASUN:
Promoting fiscal transparency and open governance through holding ASUN appointed and elected officers accountable and educating officers on the Statutes of the Associated Students Expanding knowledge of participation in ASUN public meetings and ASUN accountability processes to the general student body Strong written and verbal communication skills to draft opinions, present cases, and provide guidance to students through analysis Ability to analyze complex legal issues, interpret laws and regulations, and think critically in an objective manner to identify legal implications and make sound decisions Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and ethical conduct to uphold the integrity of the Association through promoting fairness, impartiality, and respect for diversity within the student body Willingness to mentor an intern during the fall and spring semesters Compensation Grade Student Employee Level 2 $5,000 distributed evenly over a 12-month period in a single term. Disclaimer The Association reserves the right to request additional documents for employment. The Association reserves the right NOT to fill this position. This ASUN Student Leader position is an appointed member of the student government. By applying for this position, you are considered a candidate for the position and must meet the requirements of eligibility for the office for which they are running as stated in the ASUN Constitution and the ASUN Statutes of the Associated Students. Applying for this position does not automatically employ you into this position and the candidate must partake in being interviewed by peers and to be appointed by the ASUN Senate to this position. Please refer to the Center for Student Engagement (775-784-6589) for more information.
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//www.nevadaasun.com/documents/ for more information. Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 0.0% Required Attachment(s) Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at Attach the following attachment(s) to your application Resume
- ( required )List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. Cover Letter
- ( required ) Please explain why you want to be the ASUN Director of Ethics and Compliance and what you think you will contribute to the Associated Students of the University of Nevada. Portfolio
- ( required ) Compile a document that includes an introduction about yourself, your goals for the 94th Session, including specific ideas for collaboration and events, and detailed plans on how you intend to enforce and educate on the various aspects of Nevada Open Meeting Law, specifically as it pertains to the Association. Writing Sample
- ( required )Consider the case of Brandon Rusk v. President Teixeira from the 85th Session of the Associated Students (2017) ( https://nevadaasun.com/documents/ ) and compose a one-page case brief detailing the facts, issues, holding, and rationale for the Judicial Council's decision with a section explaining its significance. Two References
- ( required ) Please include the name, title, contact information, and relationship for two (2) professional references.
You can include this in your resume. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Posting Close Time This posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior. Posting Close Date 04/30/2026 Note to Applicant A background check will 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. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. 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 employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. The University of Nevada, Reno 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), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). About Us The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries. Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity." Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school
- the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L.
Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe, where education, research, and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics. The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The University's physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building, set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus, alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus, known as "University Village," to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty. Collaborating with world-renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Google's TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation. In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada
- led by the University of Nevada, Reno
- was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs).
Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada's Tech Hub will strengthen America's lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state. Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world. The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience. Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement
- all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.
For more information, please visit the University's website . University of Nevada, Reno
