About Us

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Human Resources Department is the liaison with the main campus Human Resources Office and the first point of contact for the Kerkorian School of Medicine employees. We are responsible for processing all Human Resources transactions in Workday and can assist you with multiple services, as well as answer any questions or concerns you may have.

If we are not able to assist you, our representatives will refer you to the appropriate main campus Human Resources business partner.

Our Vision

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Human Resources Department provides leadership and workforce oversight that encourages and supports inclusion and collaboration across the School and promotes a culture of excellence.

Contact

School of Medicine Human Resources

1701 W. Charleston Blvd. Ste. 110
Las Vegas, NV 89102

Phone: 702-202-2424
Fax: 702-202-0021
Email: hr.som@medicine.unlv.edu

Our Mission

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Human Resources Department provides supportive, innovative, and timely service to our faculty and staff. We are committed to promoting a quality work environment that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of the School.

Services Provided

Request Service

The preferred method is to use the service request forms below. These forms are designed to streamline processes and ensure the required information is provided.

You can also email hr.recruitment@medicine.unlv.edu for recruitment and hiring requests, and hr.som@medicine.unlv.edu for all other requests.

This form is for all recruited positions, Classified, Administrative, and Academic Faculty.

The following documents are required before proceeding, requests submitted without the appropriate documentation may result in a delay.

  • Completed Position Description Questionnaire (PDQ) for academic or administrative faculty positions or NPD-19 for classified positions.
  • Organizational charts showing the position to be filled.

Recruitment Request Form

This form is for all types of Part-Time Instructors and Letters of Appointment.

The following documents are required before proceeding, requests submitted without the appropriate documentation may result in a delay.

  • CV or Resume of the candidate
  • Job description or list of duties to be performed

LOA Hire/Change Request Form

This form is for Students, Hourly, and Volunteers Hires.

The following documents are required before proceeding, requests submitted without the appropriate documentation may result in a delay.

  • CV or Resume of the candidate
  • Job description or list of duties to be performed

Temporary Hire Request Form

For all other requests, such as the ones below, please clearly state what you need and be as specific and detailed as possible.

  • Workday Reports
  • Reclassifications
  • Base Salary and Job Title Changes
  • Workday Security Roles / Access
  • New or Replacement Badge
  • Verification of Employment Letter
  • Personal Information Update in Workday
    (name, title, position, etc. )
  • Extra-Contractual Compensations

Other Services Request Form

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Creating A Culture Of Care

Here at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, we care about your personal well-being and how it impacts your goals, relationships, personal growth, and work. Because of this, we are continuously striving to create a balanced workplace culture that prioritizes our employees’ health and well-being. We are dedicated to creating an environment that fulfills their needs and offers a variety of well-being activities that benefit overall performance.

Employees are invited and encouraged to participate in a variety of activities and events throughout the year that are designed to build a more inclusive school community. Opportunities also exist to become more engaged and join various committees and groups.

To learn more about our focus on well-being, please visit the Kerkorian School of Medicine Well-Being Program webpage.

Statement on Diversity

As an institution of higher learning, UNLV represents a rich diversity of human beings among its faculty, staff, and students and is committed to aspiring to maintain a campus environment that values that diversity. Accordingly, the university supports understanding and appreciation of all members of its community, regardless of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or political affiliation (UNLV 2014).

Institutional Policy Statement on Diversity Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Meet Our Team

Peter Navarro, JD

Associate Dean for Human Resources and Compliance
Office: SOM-03 Suite 220
Mail Code: 3070
Phone: 702-823-3780

Lisa Carter

Administrative Assistant IV
Phone: 702-331-0346

Crystal Chen

Personnel Analyst III

Brhan Gidey

Personnel Analyst I
Phone: 702-331-4698

Shaira Keefer

Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: 702-331-3019

Kristen Lowrimore

Assistant Director
Phone: 702-331-2597

Yvette Murray

Assistant Director of Recruitment
Mail Code: 3070
Phone: 702-331-1843

Devan Racho

Personnel Analyst II
Phone: 702-823-3784

Janella Sewell

Personnel Analyst I