Open To Work
Jason Wasden
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, excelling in strategic planning and relationship management. Proven track record in policy advocacy and fundraising event coordination, leveraging analytical thinking and decision-making skills to drive impactful initiatives and enhance institutional visibility.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Federal Government Affairs
University of Nevada Las Vegas
01.2024 - Current
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with lawmakers, staffers, and officials, coordinating efforts with outside lobbying firms and industry coalitions to influence policy outcomes.
- Evaluated and analyzed legislation, executive directives, and federal rule-making to formulate targeted advocacy responses addressing potential impacts.
- Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives enhancing academic programs and services to align with federal priorities.
Executive Director of Government Affairs
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas
07.2017 - 12.2023
- Spearheaded collaboration for cybersecurity symposium at UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, enhancing knowledge sharing among stakeholders.
- Guided executive leadership graduate and undergraduate students, along with faculty, to Washington DC for advocacy on critical issues, amplifying institutional influence.
- Coordinated Nevada rally for medical research organization in Washington DC on advocacy day, mobilizing support for vital funding initiatives.
- Engaged with executive leadership and faculty to strategize research initiatives aimed at securing federal appropriations requests.
- Guided operations at Nevada Regional Test Center to support testing initiatives.
- Detected donation to UNLV Engineering from Southwest Gas and coordinated with leadership team
- Assisted Westside Historical Society in transition to nonprofit historic preservation entity.
- Engaged in previous Southern Nevada forums and Las Vegas Metro Chamber Washington DC fly-ins.
- Partnered with lobbying firms associated with NSHE and UNLV.
Director of Alumni
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2011 - 08.2017
- Strategic Alumni Engagement: Developed and implemented diverse. high-engagement initiatives, that fostered connections with School of Dental Medicine Alumni.
- Collaborated with division of philanthropy and alumni engagement to identify, cultivate, and steward alumni prospects, resulting in enhanced annual giving.
- Established initiatives bridging the gap between alumni and students through mentorship programs and career networking opportunities, fostering stronger alumni-student connections.
Director of Business Operations
University of Nevada Las Vegas
03.2007 - 11.2016
- Managed staff for timely posting of patient and insurance payments, aligning accounts with financial statements.
- Devised cash flow process that safeguarded assets and facilitated daily banking transactions.
- Reviewed records to confirm adherence to HIPAA, FERPA, and IRS guidelines.
- Authored procedures manual for School of Dental Medicine, standardizing operations and ensuring compliance.
Director of Clinical Services
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed daily operations workflow and strategic initiatives for UNLV School of Dental Medicine health clinics, ensuring patient-centered care aligned with institutional mission and academic objectives.
- Merged patient care initiatives with educational goals to strengthen student training and support faculty development.
- Liaised between faculty and community partners to develop clinical programming and enhance revenue cycles.
Director of Public Relations
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2011 - 08.2016
- Created and deployed public relations strategies that significantly enhanced UNLV SDM visibility and reputation.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with government officials and community stakeholders, strengthening university commitment to the region.
- Identified potential campus issues and formulated strategic plans to address public and community stakeholder concerns.
Acting Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Direct strategic financial leadership as principal financial advisor to dean, overseeing annual operating budgets, long-term financial planning, and resource allocation to support college's academic research and strategic goals.
- Directed daily operational activities in finance, human resources, payroll, and facility management, ensuring compliance with UNLV and NSHE policies.
- Refined administrative processes through collaboration with department chairs and provost's office to streamline operations.
Interim Director of Clinical Business Services
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Transformed clinical workflows and administrative processes with data-driven strategies, enhancing patient satisfaction and driving efficiency.
- Oversaw clinical financial performance through budget planning, revenue cycle monitoring, and expense control to ensure financial sustainability.
- Led hands-on leadership for clinical business services team, stabilizing operations during transitions and mentoring staff to maintain productivity and morale.
Program Officer I
University of Nevada Las Vegas
09.2002 - 03.2007
- Oversaw office staff operations, optimizing workflow to support departmental objectives.
- Proposed enhancements to departmental policies, improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Administered daily business operations to confirm contracts existed for seamless operational continuity.
- Compiled financial data from university and patient management systems to generate reports that informed decision-making for assistant dean of finance and administration.
Accounting Assistant I
College of Southern Nevada
10.2000 - 09.2002
- Supervised scholarship management, verifying timely posting of funds to prevent student account issues.
- Managed student payments, ensuring accurate account postings to maintain financial integrity.
- Coordinated daily brinks deposit preparation, ensuring readiness for timely pickup to secure funds.
- Created collection letters targeting unpaid debts from students to college
Work Study/ Wages
College of Southern Nevada
08.1999 - 10.2000
- Facilitated student admissions to college, supporting enrollment goals.
- Enrolled students in classes, contributing to academic engagement.
- Finalized processing of applications for residency, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Drafted graduation letters for students, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
Education
PhD - Public Affairs
University of Nevada Las Vegas
4505 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 8915412-2012
M.P.A. - Master of Public Administration
University of Nevada Las Vegas
4505 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 8915405-2009
BS - Business Administration
University of Nevada Las Vegas
4505 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 8915405-2005
Associates of Business Degree -
College of Southern Nevada
6375 West Charleston Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 891408-2002
Skills
- Policy writing
- Legislative analysis
- Strategic planning
- Talent acquisition
- Human resources management
- Relationship management
- Team leadership
- Coaching
- Conflict resolution
- Business administration
- Data analysis
- Financial analysis
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Oracle MyAnalytics
- Stata
- SPSS
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Workday
- Staff development
- Relationship building
Websites
Awards
- Nevada Certified Public Manager (NVCPM)
- District Award of Merit - LVAC BSA
- Eagle Scout
Languages
- Danish
- English
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$130000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Director of Federal Government Affairs
University of Nevada Las Vegas
01.2024 - Current
Executive Director of Government Affairs
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2017 - 12.2023
Director of Clinical Services
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2014 - 08.2016
Acting Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2012 - 06.2014
Director of Alumni
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2011 - 08.2017
Director of Public Relations
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2011 - 08.2016
Interim Director of Clinical Business Services
University of Nevada Las Vegas
07.2010 - 06.2011
Director of Business Operations
University of Nevada Las Vegas
03.2007 - 11.2016
Program Officer I
University of Nevada Las Vegas
09.2002 - 03.2007
Accounting Assistant I
College of Southern Nevada
10.2000 - 09.2002
Work Study/ Wages
College of Southern Nevada
08.1999 - 10.2000
PhD - Public Affairs
University of Nevada Las Vegas
M.P.A. - Master of Public Administration
University of Nevada Las Vegas
BS - Business Administration
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Associates of Business Degree -
College of Southern Nevada